Furlough Adventures - Part 1

In my short time back in the U.S., I have already traveled to Florida, California, Wisconsin and back to Michigan where I started. My parents invited me to spend time with them on vacation in Florida at their time share. While on our journey south, we made a pit stop for a couple of days in Asheville, NC to tour the Biltmore House and to go gem hunting at a local mine. After arriving in the Orlando area we took in several Detroit Tiger spring training games and visited family. Dad and I busted out one day to Busch Gardens. My goal was to ride every roller coaster as many times as possible while there was no waiting in lines. Mission accomplished! We did have to stop for a little rest as my dad’s stomach got a little queasy. Our time was brief but we had a great time together. As usual, time flies when we are having fun.

My next destination was sunny San Diego, California with family and friends. I also got a warm greeting from our dog Daisy that we left with George’s mom, Luella, before leaving for the mission field. I celebrated the Resurrection of our Lord and Savior with George’s mom, his sister Debbie and her husband Rick. Rick is an awesome cook, so you know we had a lot of good fellowship over food. We went to Balboa Park several times for a little bit of culture to see the Body Works display and Da Vinci exhibit. We also participated in America’s favorite pastime, going to a baseball game between the San Diego Padres and San Francisco Giants. As always it is hard to leave, but my time hanging out with them was precious.

My next stop was Appleton, Wisconsin to attend the Great Lakes Pastor’s/Leadership Conference hosted by Calvary Chapel Appleton. It had been several years since our last visit. I was afforded the opportunity to have a display table and share about the ministries that the Lord has given us with those attending the conference and during the Sunday services. The best part of my visit was renewing fellowship and meeting new brothers and sisters in Christ. I was encouraged by those who shared their persistent intercessory prayer and support for us. I left feeling refreshed and renewed by the teaching of the Word of God and kindness demonstrated toward me during my time in Appleton.

In Christ,
Luan