We were thrilled to spend time with family over Christmas. Now, our bags are packed and we are ready to close up the house in preparation to being away from Rochester's winter weather! We are so thankful for neighbors and family who will take care of the house in our absence. Our hearts are full as we anticipate what God has in store for us over the next 5 months. We leave tomorrow afternoon (12/27) from Rochester, to Washington D.C. and then 15 hours straight through to Johannesburg. After a stop-over in Jo'burg we will be in Cape Town Sunday evening.