Holidays in the Tropics

THANKSGIVING at the Guest House.

from left to right: Wayne and Loma Morris, myself and Tom, our special guest Justin Swift, (who has a surprise from us for a special someone back in the States -- it sure is a small world!) and Donna and Carl Sheetz. We have lots to be thankful for, of course. We had a great time with everyone.

When we were planning our trip, did we consider Christmas? Not in the least! But, the Guest House had an extra little tree, lights and decorations that fit just right in the corner. A neighbor lent us the little round table on which it is perched. Another neighbor lent us a very large wreath for the wall, so we weren't devoid of some of the trappings of Christmas!

Christmas dinner was phenominal! Donna went all out with creamy drinks, 'congealed' salads, and a host of other things. Loma and I, of course, contributed to the meal with desserts and other things. It was a fairly typical Christmas dinner with ham, potatoes and the works. Our local store was able to get in some special things from the States just for Christmas, things that we take for granted but are very hard to get over here.

Well, it was time to go home, finally about 9:30 p.m. and we couldn't resist taking this picture! After being 92 at mid day, here we are at 70 degrees with bananas from the banana tree in the back yard! We've been following the weather back home...many of you have had quite the snow, blizzards and cold. On one hand, we haven't missed the winter weather, but on the other hand, Christmas under a banana tree is also kinda strange! It's given us the opportunity to exercise our hearts towards the real reason behind the season, tho. Did you all have a pleasant holiday season where you are? We pray so, and that you were filled (and will be filled this coming year) with the knowledge of the fullness of the Lord!