May 22:
Hung out in the commons. Ate dinner with Carolyn and Richard at a bangeledeshi restaurant.
May 23:
Had an incredible breakfast. Thanks Richard!
Went to Hazelmere to meet Lisa's family. The next few days we stayed with Heather.
In the afternoon we took a walk along the Thames from Henley to Marlow. The walk was about 6 miles of beautiful countryside. Mary came to pick us up after we wondered around Marlow for a while.
We settled in for the night while watching TV with Lisa's cousins.
Saturday, May 30, 2009
Friday, May 22, 2009
White Rain
Some of you may be wondering about the name of our blog, White Rain. We came up with it based on the fact that white is a combination of all colors in the visible spectrum of light and represents purity. As God's love is reflected to all people everywhere, it is our prayer that throughout this trip we will be a reflection of His pure love to all whom we encounter.
Week 1
Day 1:
It's hard to believe we are on day 5, so much has already happened. We arrived safely in London on Tuesday morning. We were greeted by Carolyn, a friend of mine from Japan days. She and her husband have been incredible. They have spoiled us since we arrived.
Our first day we took a walk around the village, Chalfont St Peter, and took a footpath to neighboring Chalfont St Giles. On our way the path took us through several pastures, as this is not customary in the US I took the time to call Carolyn to make sure we were headed in the right direction. We encountered some folks making a similar journey, as well as some sheep and horses, and had to cross a small stream along the way. Upon our arrival we explored to find Milton's Cottage.
We managed to stay awake to accompany Carolyn to her house group from church, although Lisa did fall asleep almost falling out of her chair at one point. They spoke on fasting and the importance of incorporating the discipline in our lives.
Day 2:
Wednesday we took a bus and train into Windsor, home of Windsor Castle, strolled along the Thames River, crossed the foot bridge into Eton, relaxed at a coffee shop, meet up with Carolyn for dinner and dancing.
Yes, dancing, Ceroc to be more exact. Luckily, they teach you four basic moves before general dancing. I think we both caught on rather well.
Day 3:
Took most of the day to relax and catch up on some travel plans.
Finished the day with an incredible home cooked meal complete with roast, veggies, parsnips, and Yorkshire pudding.
Thanks Carolyn!
As I was headed to bed I checked my email to find that I'm an Aunt. My brother, Dennis and his wife got a referral from China including a picture of their long awaited child.
Day 4:
We headed back to wonder around the village. Just a few days into our journey it is apparent that this is for sure a trip of a lifetime!
It's hard to believe we are on day 5, so much has already happened. We arrived safely in London on Tuesday morning. We were greeted by Carolyn, a friend of mine from Japan days. She and her husband have been incredible. They have spoiled us since we arrived.
Our first day we took a walk around the village, Chalfont St Peter, and took a footpath to neighboring Chalfont St Giles. On our way the path took us through several pastures, as this is not customary in the US I took the time to call Carolyn to make sure we were headed in the right direction. We encountered some folks making a similar journey, as well as some sheep and horses, and had to cross a small stream along the way. Upon our arrival we explored to find Milton's Cottage.
We managed to stay awake to accompany Carolyn to her house group from church, although Lisa did fall asleep almost falling out of her chair at one point. They spoke on fasting and the importance of incorporating the discipline in our lives.
Day 2:
Wednesday we took a bus and train into Windsor, home of Windsor Castle, strolled along the Thames River, crossed the foot bridge into Eton, relaxed at a coffee shop, meet up with Carolyn for dinner and dancing.
Yes, dancing, Ceroc to be more exact. Luckily, they teach you four basic moves before general dancing. I think we both caught on rather well.
Day 3:
Took most of the day to relax and catch up on some travel plans.
Finished the day with an incredible home cooked meal complete with roast, veggies, parsnips, and Yorkshire pudding.
Thanks Carolyn!
As I was headed to bed I checked my email to find that I'm an Aunt. My brother, Dennis and his wife got a referral from China including a picture of their long awaited child.
Day 4:
We headed back to wonder around the village. Just a few days into our journey it is apparent that this is for sure a trip of a lifetime!
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