May 5, 2012
Hi, Everyone!
Yes, I made it to Poland after a great commissioning service and send off at the airport! It is great to know that you are loved and supported by many! The Krzesinski family was at the airport to greet me and thankfully the boys came running through the crowd to greet me! I gave the T-shirts out along with the gifts and they were all so excited…as you will see there are pictures that were taken the next day! Thankfully I got about 12 hours of sleep and there was no jet lag on Wednesday…just me being mixed up on what day of the week it was. Thursday was a holiday – the signing of the Polish constitution – so we hang out as a big family and relaxed. Friday Rachel and I looked at apartments and I put a deposit & signed contract on the one we all liked the best! Owner is so kind – his wife may be giving me some pots & pans… and flowers! He also speaks 4 languages: French, Polish, English and GERMAN! Today – Pychia and I become best friends while the Krzesinskis get some rest as a family!
Now for the 2 coffee cup version…sorry I should not have waited so long to write…
Sunday night, 4/29, was my commissioning service and it was a joyous occasion! People had all these nice things to say about me and I was touched by all they had to say. Since I do not like to cry in public and it was a time of rejoicing…I was thankful for only a few tears that fell. Thanks to all those who brought the yummy desserts! Even though I did not get to eat much that night, Diane packed me a goodies box that I enjoyed before flying out on Tuesday. It was a bit stressful on Monday – getting things ready to ship out and finish up last minute stuff. Sorry I was late to the airport on Tuesday, but I was so touched by all that came and those who were able to stay a while…thanks to those who took time to chat with my family! One of the ladies at the airport was very impressed that so many came out to say “see you later.” Flight to Chicago went well and I am so thankful for the time I was able to spend with Kelly & her family! It has been a number of years since we have seen one another and the Lord allowed us to catch up a bit and rejoice in all the Lord has done in my life – from the time she lead me to accept Jesus as my Savior to the time I will going on a plane to Poland (to serve in the mission field). God is so good! I flew LOT airline – for those of you who do not know – it is a Polish airline…you thought we talk a lot on the plane…LOL They also like to travel with their dogs – there were at least 3 medium size dogs that rode in the baggage area of the plane for almost 9 hours! I dozed a lot on the plane, but it was a good flight. I was anxiously waiting on my luggage when we arrived, since I had 2 large suitcases and my small suitcase (it was 2.5 pounds over the limit and could not be taken on board…but thankfully they only charged me for one suitcase – instead of 2). Praise the Lord! Another praise that they did not weigh my backpack…I might have only been able to board with a book. LOL Then I loaded the cart with all my stuff and a lady was ahead of me – she saw her family and stopped in her tracks…the was only room for one cart at a time. So finally she moved to the end and I was trying to find a way to move through the crowd…when 2 boys came running up “Miss Marie” – man, was I happy to see them. Then Rachel, Robert & Layla followed quickly after. We shared big hugs and scooted out to the car. Rachel made a great tomato pie for dinner after stopping quick at REAL. I shared the gifts I brought for them…Robert and Rachel’s belated birthday gifts and goodies for the kids. Then I shared about the T-shirts and the boys wanted to put them on right away. Since it was close to bedtime, we decided to put them on in the morning. Robert, Rachel & I shared for a bit about the ministry and a few things that are going on. As usual, I began dozing and it was highly recommended that I go to bed. After 12 hours of sleep, I felt much better and was pleasantly surprised to see everyone wearing their T-shirts! So I went and put mine on and we took pictures! They are all touched that people would take the time to sign and pray for us! I said – that is Open Door!!!! You may not see them, but they are here with us…as Pastor Bill says: “When one goes, we all go!” Most of the day we relaxed…mostly for my sake, but I am so thankful that they are so understanding. It was also a holiday – Constitution Day – no fireworks, parades or anything like that – but there were many showing their Polish pride by hanging a flag outside their homes. Friday was my big day out with Rachel – apartment hunting. Robert had contacted a realtor on my behalf about a month ago…since I was looking at the most popular size and price range…4 out of the 8 were already rented. The 4 that I looked at were all nice apartments…the first one was my favorite – it was close by, had a more open floor plan, nice size kitchen and owner speaks English (also French, Polish and German). He was the one that made the most effort to speak English the entire time – so I could follow along. Even though Rachel shared what was said by others, it was nice to hear first hand. The other apartments were nice, but he really sold the place by telling me how far the metro & bus stops were, mini-mart across the street and a few really nice restaurants nearby…one is a Crepes place!!! Yum!!! I really like the Remax realtor, Malgorzata, that Robert got for me. She knows her stuff and got not only the price of the apartment down, but had my back on other things. The owner, Zbigniew, it is really his son’s apartment, but he will be ready to move in about 5 years from now…Piotr is studying at college. Owner bought 3 apartments – his daughter & family live directly below me and he & his wife next door to her. He is a techy – his company works with internet, communication, and cable services…so he will give me a TV, help me find a reasonable cable& internet service provider, his wife may give me some pots & pans, other starter stuff and flowers! Rachel told me that he called them her “green pets.” LOL We think of him as a big teddy bear with a big heart for others.
Today the Krzesinskis are taking some time as a family…allowing Pychia and I to become good friends! We play tug of war a lot, go for walks and I am thankful to have her around. I am so thankful to be here, have some time to myself (with the Lord) and starting to explore. There are a few tasks that will take me out the house and expand my comfort zone! Praying that Robert & Rachel get the time with the kids, rest they need and we be thankful when they return home.
Love & prayers to all!
“I will give your life to you as a prize in all places, wherever you go.” Jeremiah 45:5
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