Labor Day, Sept 5, 2011

We have all returned safely to US soil, to our homes, to clean water running through the tap, creature comforts, cell phones and blackberrys, friends and family. Thank you for all who have read our blog; for your much needed support through your prayers and thoughts.

Today we celebrate Labor Day in this nation. I can't help but think of those we just left, those in Bulembu and Lomngeletjane, Manzini and Mbabane, those whose labor is not recognized, those who labor night and day to place a simple meal of rice and fish stew before their families. We think we have gone to Africa to give to others, when, in reality we have been given much more. I pray for those we encountered while we were there, those who receive no rest from the life they live, that they might have seen the loving face of Christ in us, the Christ who says, "Come all who are weary and I will give you rest for your souls." Thanks be to God!
Becky

Rosemary and Jane washing VBS cups