Christmas Before Departing to Uganda

I am almost done packing.  I got my second hepatitis B shot yesterday.  I need a total of three.  The last shot happens after the trip.  We depart to Uganda tonight at almost midnight.  The team will meet at church at 8:30PM.  I decided I needed to post at least one short entry before departing.  I don't know when I'll be able to post again.

We've been blessed to have family with us these last few days.  We've done a little sight seeing.  Two days ago we went to Hanauma Bay.  Yesterday we went to a macademia nut farm called Tropical Farms.

Last night we went to an awesome Christmas service at church.  Two little girls and a mom performed a hula danced to a Christmas song.  It was very moving.  Later, we got to celebrate Christmas twice.  My side of the family celebrates on Christmas eve.  Rebecca's side of the family celebrates on Christmas day.  This makes for two happy girls. 

I received some very nice Christmas gifts but I can't think of anything better than being able to go to Uganda and share some love with kids who don't have much.  I am forever grateful to family and friends for their support and words encouragement.  Thank you all for all your prayers and best wishes.  

Merry Christmas!