Yes, I said Rats...The minivan we bought had a distinct odor that we could not figure out until we saw a few little chocolate sprinkles on the floorboard. Since Africa does not have much chocolate we quickly figured out it was something else altogether...We had the air-conditioner cleaned out only to find 2 rats that had found their way in the car while it was being stored for us. Unfortunately, that was their last adventure... Now we have a strawberry scent in our car...
We went to start the van this morning and it did not start...so we borrowed Bob and Jim's car, went to ISL, International School of Lusaka, to talk to the Headmaster at 8am. He is from Vermont, thank you Lord, and was somewhat positive that he can place the children- I explained that me and homeschooling don't mix very well. Erik volunteered me for PTA president, volleyball coach and dusting cabinets twice a week!! Both grades for the children are full but with a week before school starting they are not sure if their previous stude
nts will be returning. Zambian motto: No hurries, no worries...
We left the school and had a flat tire in the rental- Erik called AAA, not!! He changed the tire and off we went to check on the bank account- Should be open tomorrow- 3 business days. We asked about a vehicle lease- that is what they call loans- this is all very new to Zambia still. It will take about one month to get the loan and car from Toyota. No hurries, no worries...
We went to start the van this morning and it did not start...so we borrowed Bob and Jim's car, went to ISL, International School of Lusaka, to talk to the Headmaster at 8am. He is from Vermont, thank you Lord, and was somewhat positive that he can place the children- I explained that me and homeschooling don't mix very well. Erik volunteered me for PTA president, volleyball coach and dusting cabinets twice a week!! Both grades for the children are full but with a week before school starting they are not sure if their previous stude
nts will be returning. Zambian motto: No hurries, no worries...We left the school and had a flat tire in the rental- Erik called AAA, not!! He changed the tire and off we went to check on the bank account- Should be open tomorrow- 3 business days. We asked about a vehicle lease- that is what they call loans- this is all very new to Zambia still. It will take about one month to get the loan and car from Toyota. No hurries, no worries...
Sunday was an awesome day. We worshipped in the morning with all the Zambians singing praise music and were blessed with a message about overflowing with the Holy Spirit- we had some great discussion afterwards and the kids loved the music. The kids stayed in church with us but they do have programming for the kids- maybe next week. We went shopping at the local market then off to lunch. Last night we joined the local Baptist missionaries for a Bible study on Mark- studying the parables- It was the parable about the lamp on a stand- letting your light shine- you must first receive the light then share it. I pray we all receive the light everyday and share that light. What a blessing we have in Jesus!!
Tonight is Pot Roast with carrots and green beans. It is not tough to come up with meals just an adjustment. No boneless chicken breasts, no tenderloins(my favorite) but we will adjust. No syrup but I read how to make it- maybe this Saturday we will try pancakes(they call them crumpets)
Life is a different adventure every day...I'll have to tell you about my driving later- I need a lot of practice:)
God is so good. So glad to share this adventure with you all!!
3 comments:
Rats!! They may possibly be the national animal of Zambia? Maybe Mr. Peterson can earn his keep as a ratter? Or maybe a large cat can be added to the family? Living there sounds like living in the Azores 35 years ago - slow, no worry, no hurry, come back tomorrow. Love the pix and comments Carman, keep them coming. Love and miss all of you.
THis is the first time we've been to your blog and we love reading all about your travels and adventures there in Zambia. We miss you all very much, but it's good to be able to communicate through this sight and keep updated.
We are back in school now and Erica has Ms. Floyd for her homeroom teacher and PE and Orff for her electives. It should be a good year.
Take care and God bless you all.
Continue to keep us posted on your adventures!!
Love, The Tebbs FAmily
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