October 2nd 2009
Well we are on our way. It has been a smooth trip so far. I have an awesome seat on our flight from Miami to Guayaquil. It is a beautiful view out the window of a full moon out over the ocean with some scattered clouds and the occasional flash of lightning. God made an amazing world.

I am excited and scared for Ecuador. We have a good team of 18 people. Many of them have been on several trips before. It is the first time for Derek and his dad Howie from Fond du Lac so it is fun talking to them because none of us know what to expect. I hope I do a good job and God uses me. It will be interesting to see who is on my team. I am anxious to meet our pastor and church as well. I hope we make a good connection.