April 27, 2007

• Good News! He’s Home! JOY!!

   

   
  
  Quick Update #2 ….
  First of all, we found out they missed their flight … again … on their return trip home, so that changed the flight schedule,  just a smidgen!  They wouldn’t get in until 12:45AM … 2 hours later than originally planned … so our dinner plans changed as well.  We met Tim’s parents, brother, and sisters, at Denny’s at 10:30PM, and had such a great time for about 2 hours … and we kept the waitress fillin’ those coffee cups! 
  
  At 12:45AM we got the call that they had landed … so we headed on over to pick them up!  It was so good to get those long awaited hugs … all around!  They looked very tired, and to top it off, they were in line waiting to get their luggage … and they waited, and waited … well, their whole flight schedule had been changed, but … the luggage stayed on the same schedule!  They were to have flown from San Jose, CA to Chicago, then on to Indy….but instead, they flew first to Las Vegas … ( where Ian bought me a “Welcome to Las Vegas” t-shirt! ) … then on home … and now without luggage, which consisted of only most of their filming equipment, not to mention most of the clothes he owns!  So he had to put in a claim, and will call to check on it later today.  They “think” it’s in Chicago!  Please pray they find it!  
  
  We finally got home at almost 2:00AM, but no one could really sleep, and they were to leave at 4:00AM for the show in Kentucky!  Well, right now, it’s about 6:00AM, and they are finally on their way.  I’m praying they will be able to stay awake on the trip down … and just to have strength to get through the day, since neither of them has had any sleep, and Ian also, has lost 3 hours on the flight back!  It’s going to be a long weekend for them!  They tried making reservations down there, but all is full except one hotel, and it’s triple the normal cost of what they usually pay!  Really pray that it is a profitable weekend for them! 
  
  Me….well, I’m officially exhausted, plum tired, and tuckered out, so I’d better get some sleep!  The day is about ready to begin here soon, so, after some shut-eye, I’ll be back on later to visit, and see how all of you are doing!  I also need to post with an update on last weekend, before this next one gets here!    Have a beautiful Friday! 
  
  Good night!! (er’ morning!) 
  Hugs ~ Deborah     
  
  P.S. I really want to thank you, again, for all of your prayers for their trip, and your encouragement for me!  I have been so blessed by your caring hearts, and I’m glad to have met you all! 
  
  
  

  

  
  

  Quick UpDate ….
  Ian and Tim are coming home later tonight!  We can’t wait to see them both!  Their flight leaves from San Jose at 1:25PM, so, with the changeover in Chicago, and the 3 hour time difference here in Indiana, they’ll arrive at the airport at 10:35PM, our time.  We would so appreciate all of your prayers for a safe flight.  There’s also an antique/craft show this weekend in Louisville, KY., that Lewis, & Ian both, have to get up and leave at 4:00AM in the morning for!  So please pray for Ian, that he’s not too tired.  I’m hoping he’ll sleep on the flight home, but that’s doubtful!  I will update very soon, and let you know all the exciting things they did, and will be doing very soon!  I’ll also be around to visit with you all starting tomorrow! 
  
  *If anyone caught American Idol last night, and saw Josh Groban sing … well, that was the African Missions Children’s Choir that was with him … the choir that Ian was filming at the beginning of his journey, two weeks ago!   
  
  Well, for now, I’m going to finish getting chores done, getting them packed for the weekend, and getting myself ready for tonight … we are meeting Tim’s parents for dinner at Cracker Barrel before we head to the airport to pick up our precious cargo!  You all have a wonderful Thursday, and be blessed!  There’s JOY in the LORD!!   Hugs ~ Deborah

      

  

  ~ GOD KNOWS ~  
    
  When you are tired and discouraged from fruitless efforts…
  God knows how hard you have tried.

  When you’ve cried so long and your heart is in anguish… 
  God has counted your tears.

  If you feel that your life is on hold and time has passed you by… 
  God is waiting with you.

  When you’re lonely and your friends are too busy even for a phone call… 
  God is by your side.

  When you think you’ve tried everything and don’t know where to turn… 
  God has a solution.

  When nothing makes sense and you are confused or frustrated… 
  God has the answer.

  If suddenly your outlook is brighter and you find traces of hope… 
  God has whispered to you.

  When things are going well and you have much to be thankful for… 
  God has blessed you.

  When something joyful happens and you are filled with awe… 
  God has smiled upon you.

  When you have a purpose to fulfill and a dream to follow… 
  God has opened your eyes and called you by name.

  Remember that wherever you are or whatever you are facing… 
  GOD KNOWS!!
  
  

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