I thought I’d write something so that people would quit talking about Egypt…
Chester and I are in South Africa looking for Mandela so that we can take a picture with him. No success in finding him yet. But we did visit the union office where he used to work. And during our trips to the mall we read a lot about him so that I feel like I know him personally.
We are here to explore the opportunities available for starting a GYC South Africa. So far we’ve met with Conference officials in the Southern African Union. We’ve also been able to make presentations to churches, youth leaders, and families. Good times. Keep us in prayer because both of us will have to preach at two different churches this Sabbath.
During our free time we’ve eaten a lot. But I think I’m actually losing weight. Too bad Shaun, our South African-now-American host, can’t say that 🙂 He’s had quite a lot of lunch/dinner invites…and boy can you tell.
We are having an excellent time with him. We visited Cape Point, where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet…supposedly. It was a nice climb though. We were able to see South African Penguins too. For more information and pictures about our trip, check out Chester’s page. My camera battery died and I haven’t taken cool pictures like Chester since like the 2nd day we arrived.
We meet with our good friend Gerda today! And plan to check out the Cape Town International Convention Center. Gotta run!
Everyone, pray for Judy…she’s sick…and her birthday is coming up on the 4th 10.4! That’s the day I get in! So write her some nice cards and email them to her at jnamm@misda.org…no junk mail or group mail or non personal mail stuff please…and NO FORWARDS!
Power.
Israel
PS. Here are some new South African words I’ve learned:
1. Is it? Mostly used instead of American word “really”
EXAMPLE
Israel: I’m going to go see the penguins now.
Shaun: Is it?
2. Shame. Used frequently for no particular reason.
EXAMPLE:
Israel: I hate tomatoes
Shaun: Shame
3. Sorted. Used instead of fixed
EXAMPLE:
Shaun: Let’s get this sorted out
hope you’re feeling better, Israel.
Judy, happy birthday!! (soon.) Almost didn’t know about it. Shame. (See, I can be South African and you wouldn’t even know it, is it?)
…har har. I wish I could travel abroad. I have a feeling I will… someday. In fact, I almost know it. =)
hey israel! itz so hard to keep track of you! last time i tried to track u down u were in Spain. so i kinda gave up trying to find you.shame huh? i just look for judy now when i need things “sorted.” ^^ finally made it to S.Africa? when you meet Mandela, make sure you tell him u know me. He should give u the royal treatment >_< hava safe trip back and don’t bring back any funny viruses, ok? praying for u! ^0^
wow so exciting.. i might just have to start traveling myselfi wanted to visit you guys for columbus day weekend but i’m not sure if i’ll be able to afford itbut i really want to make a weekend trip out before the baby arrivesand then sometime after the baby arrives too hehe :)many blessings in s africa!
dude, you and your camera batteries. Sounds like fun out there, I guess we’re kinda waiting for your return, at least in ASC-FL. And I like the lingo…and Judy, sorry I forgot about you, next concert I’m rolling to is Oct. 22. Lemme know if you & Israel want in…
I am so glad that GYC is being syndicated in lands hither and yon, or at least that God is blessing the plans so far to bring it to South Africa. Is it? Yes, it IS amazing, fabulous, mind-blowing, essential…GYC. So if the U.S. hosts the General Youth Conference, then what praytell will be it be called in S. Africa? The Relatively Massive Youth Conference? The Topics Great and Small Youth Conference. I am interested, because this could be a real copyright situation, eh? We need to get this sorted out before we go making a shame of our brand name!
Hey Guys, Judy is missing in action. No contact with her for a few days! She might be sick! Jeannie, you better hurry up and get things sorted out so that you can visit us straightaway (more SA term…). We’d love to have you over! And before we start talking about GYC South Africa…there are a lot of things that need to be sorted out…just a dream right now, peoples, just a dream :)Al, can’t wait for next Sunday…oh man…I guess it’s like 3 more Sundays for me (retreat, GYC Board)! BTW, I hung with Gerda! Good times. Leave for Jo’Burg tomorrow with Chester. Head for the US of A on Monday! Pray for us…our airline to Jo’Burg is called One Time…don’t ask why!
Israel, you got to see my South African brothers and sisters! awww… are they cute as can be. (the penguins of course, don’t give me that look mister!)Judy! Are you feeling better, hmmmm… ? Where art thou? Please update so that we know you’re okay. I’ll pray for your health little missy.Jeannie forgot to mention that I will be coming with her. BOO on you Jeannie. haha. We are going to try to come in early Nov. So get ready to have a great time!Safe travels my friend, and hurray home so you can take care of wifey. my oh my. (fyi: they say “shame” all the time in Canada…)