What a journey it has been so far…
May 27th, I packed all my stuff up and headed for Birmingham to hop on a Amtrak train! Arrived in NYC on May 28th and traveled around 7 blocks with 27 suitcases!! (That just makes me tired thinking about it again!!) It was a fun adventure and something we will never forget!! 🙂 On May 31st, I was picked up at the hotel at 3:30 AM and boarded the plane at 7:00 AM!! I was full of emotions…is this really happening? Finally landed in Joburg the next morning and met up with the Mullins. We were then picked up by Sandile and headed for SWAZILAND!!
When we finally got to Swaziland, we met up with the McAdams and met a team from Georgia. Then we headed for our homes and got a great cooked meal from Julie! We have spent the last couple of days getting settled in, unpacking, and going on a scavenger hunt!!
Then today, I was able to go to my first care point…(which is one of my favorite places to be!) I went to the Mpholi care point!! See the picture below!!
As soon as I got out of car…these two little girls spotted me!! The younger one (Pink jacket) wanted to take picture after picture and the older one wanted to wear my sunglasses!! As I was sitting there playing with these precious little girls, I thought, this is why I am here!! I am here to love on these kids, to show them God’s love, and to remind them that Jesus loves them!!
We sat down with the go-gos and collected some Timbali that they had made, and Marcia shared a few things!! She told them some stories about selling some Timbali and how some stuff people really loved to buy…like the American girl doll dresses!! They clapped and said, “Praise Jesus!!” They danced, they were so excited!! They get it!! In every little thing they have, they are thankful!!
Thanks for following my journey so far!! I can’t wait to see what else God has in store for me on this journey!! Love you guys!!
-John 14:18-
Yay. So glad. I’m gonna need some of those American girl doll dresses for faith that’s what she’s getting for her birthday.
Morgan!!! I’m so glad you’re out there long term! The Mpholi ladies have special place in my heart. Tell Tilindzile, Susan, Ellen, Nondumiso, Christina, and Prudence that I miss them!
I love those little faces! 🙂 And I’m so excited that you’re there :)))
I am so proud of you and proud for you, Morgan! I love following your blog about how God is using you to teach and lead others to Him. I can’t wait to see your next blog entry. You take care of yourself and keep up with your wonderful work that you were called to do.We love you and are praying for you every m morning and night.
So glad that you had a safe trip. Now here comes the most rewarding part of all. So happy for you!
Hey Morgan, so glad you had a safe trip. I am so grateful that you answered your calling to do what God had planned for you. The children are precious and I know you will fill their hearts with stories of Gods love for them. Take care, we love you……Jimmy and Paula Harris
Morgan! Glad to hear you arrived safely! I’m very excited to see pics and hear your amazing stories to come. We are praying for you and the peolple of Swazi daily! Love the picture of you and those precious girls! Proud of you and your work! Looking forward to hearing from you again soon!
Love and Blessings…..The Blake’s
This is such a sweet picture! They look so filled with joy just to be around you. That is the amazing blessing of being able to travel and meet new people, there is always a smiling face excited to be meeting you too! Happy you made it safe, keep up the great work! Love you!
Morgan, what a blessing you are to these children. I will continue to pray for you as you share Gods love and grace.
Yeah, the dresses are so cute!! They have a little head wrap to go with them, like they would wear here!! I will see if they are on the site already, if not I will ask Julie how I can mail you some. Love you guys!! Miss y’all!!