January has come and gone. It has felt like another whirlwind yet this should be in present tense because I feel like I'm still in one. January brought a time to get back into my routine while beginning to make steps towards transition. It has been difficult emotionally to think about saying goodbyes in a little over one month. But through the turbulence of emotion, I feel a deep sense of peace. The peace that transcends all understanding. Daddy beside me saying, "It's okay to be sad but this is part of My plan."
I have been blessed by a visit in the beginning of this month by two close and dear friends, Jon and Amber. The day they arrived in Prague marked the start of a Siberian cold front that hasn't left and will continue to be here for 14 more days at least. I never thought I'd be looking forward to 0C (32F) in my life! Prague has it better than the countries to the east but it is still really cold and made sightseeing an adventure.
Even with all the cold, my heart is warmed. I loved seeing my two worlds blend. Jon and Amber seemed to fit in to Prague life well and my Czech friends greeted them with great kindness and happiness. We had supper one night with a married couple from Mladez and it was a wonderful evening of laughter, great food, story swapping, and just down right fun. I still remember Amber saying that it is difficult for her to leave here after 6 days and that reminded me that my time of goodbyes is coming quicker than any of us are ready for.
I ask for continual prayers as I find my footing in this transition time and for those that I'll be leaving here.
