We're back

We wanted to let everyone know that we have arrived safely here in Papua New Guinea. It is hot as we remember but beautiful at the same time. It is quite a change from snow white Colorado. The girls have played outside since we got off the van last night. We only lost 1 piece of luggage between Port Moresby and Madang (both in PNG) but we will check the airport this afternoon. Evidently, the flight being full caused them to leave a few passengers' luggage in Port Moresby. Since we had 10 checked bags, we are glad it was only one. There is a 7 a.m. flight and a 4:40 p.m. flight. Evidently, after everyone leaves after the early flight, the airport employees head home until 4:00 p.m. when they return to prepare for the next flight. So Richard will return later to see if our bag made it.

Things have changed a little since last time...a few more houses on the base as well as full time internet access. They have a satellite now that affords much more internet reliability. Mind you, it's 3rd world reliability. Also, the power has already gone out twice today but they now have a generator on site. So the power only stays out until someone runs over and flicks on the generator. That is such a relief! I hate it when the power goes out and the air goes off. Actually, the air is just the ceiling fans that work overtime for us!

It is early afternoon on full day one and the couch is calling me. We have a very nice house and the girls are enjoying friends. It is so hot, I think the only place one should be at this hour is on the east side of the house laying very still!

I'll try to send a picture soon. My computer is not working and I can't get Richard's computer to read my camera. Please pray for our continued good health and that Richard's suitcase would come through.

Thanks for reading!
Love,
Tracie