Hello!
I wanted to write a quick note to say that we are doing very well! The past week and a half has been a whirl wind! Here's a bit of a timeline:
Saturday, May 19th: Two of our great friends were married in Holland, MI, and Jeff was a groomsman. For those of you who know him, we got to dance that night with Dr. Billings - A - wait for it - MAZING!
Sunday, May 20th: We drove the 11 hours out to Sibley, Iowa, arriving around supper time. That evening I spent time with my mom, while Jeff and Britta took Ahbea and Aysha for a walk.
Monday, May 21st: The morning was spent watching the Christmas episode of Downton Abbey and buying flowers. In the afternoon and evening, Jeff and I went to Alton Reformed where we met with the East Sioux Classis.
Tuesday, May 22nd: We were back in Alton, Iowa, by 8:30, where we waited until 2:15 for my exams to come around. My parents and Jeff were able to sit in, along with many of my favorite people in our classis. My exams were on the Polity and Standards of the RCA, as well as the History and Missions of the RCA. There were actually some great discussions, and I found out soon after that I had passed. We stayed and listened to my classmates give their theology exams. Then we drove to Sheldon, Iowa, and watched Jurnea and the Generals win in their first game of the season! Jurnea pitched and batted very well :D. We also got to spend time with my Grandmas and my cousin Allison whom we hadn't seen since our wedding.
Wednesday, May 23rd: Got up early again, and drove the 11 hours back to Holland, MI. We did some final packing, talked to Jeff's family for a while, and then were in bed.
Thursday, May 24th: Woke up at 4:30 and made the 4ish hour drive to CEDAR POINT (booya). After Top Thrill Dragster, Millenium Force (with a great friend, Valorie Love), Magnium twice, the Raptor, Maverick, and many more, we were POOPED by 8:30.
Friday, May 25th: Woke up...a little later...and drove 8 more hours until we arrived in Theresa, New York, where we will actually be staying (what sleeping in the same state as the night before?!) for the next 10 weeks. The town is small, and absolutely gorgeous. The people are wonderful, and very welcoming. We are living in a home of a lady named Olive, who now lives in a nursing home. She is in her 90's so at times we feel as though we are living in our great grandmother's home (her daughter even put m&m's in the candy dish :D). We have loved it so far.
Saturday, May 26th: Spent the day unpacking and getting acquainted with the area. The pastor owns a small camp resort area, and we watched the sunset on the St. Lawrence River with his family, as well as played games with them.
Sunday, May 27th: Went to church - We really enjoyed the sharing of joys and concerns in the congregation. There is such a comfortable air, that everyone feels encouraged to introduce new people, voice prayer concerns, and shout out praises. It was beautiful. We ate lunch with Pastor Bob's family. Then we went down town and worked at the church's Hot Dog stand which was set up for the Memorial Day parade. It was kind of like working the Tropical Sno stand, except Keshia wasn't there to rap with me. We had a lot of fun, but were also pretty tired after that. Spent a relaxed evening.
Monday, May 28th: Memorial Day - In the afternoon we were invited to a couple from the church's home for a party. Daryl and Gale are alpaca farmers, and we spent about 30 minutes petting and playing with the alpacas!! It was so much fun!!
Tuesday, May 29th: We have been exploring the area with some new friends of our from the congregation. We have been so blessed to come here, and are having a great time!!
Chelsea
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