The move and aftermath...
Well, those of you who received our Christmas letter know about our recent home purchase in Florida. Cindy's family in Aiken, SC helped us make the move down on January 12, staying a few days afterwards to help us get settled. We unpacked some things from boxes that had not been opened since our move from Yorba Linda to Diamond Bar in 2001. We bought some furniture, since we gave away a good deal of ours before leaving California. Luke received his very first "big-boy" bed, a twin-over-full bunk. (So we will have lots of room for those who want to visit.) Cindy's mom, Donna, actually stayed three weeks with us, through February 4. Her and I recently returned to Aiken, where I am following up on a few pledges and making appointments with prospective ministry partners. There's not very much left to raise, but there is a little. Just as when I visited California last year, visiting Aiken after being away for a while is almost surreal. It makes me think of all the won...