“For we walk by faith, not by sight.” 2 Corinthians 5:7
The last two days have been lovely. I spent Wednesday afternoon with Sue, Katie and Stephanie Hodson at Kirstenbosh Botanical Garden, Wednesday night at the Cape Town Consultant commissioning, and Thursday afternoon and early evening at Cape Point (the southern most tip of Africa). It was supposed to be foggy and overcast but the sun has come out everyday, the temperatures are in the mid 70’s and are accompanied by a light wind. I feel so spoiled!
Kirstenbosh is beautiful – and huge. It is divided into different gardens of like plants that seamlessly blend into one another. Katie and Stephie were in and out of the streams, running through the grassy fields and over and around the statues – blond hair streaming behind them. It was fun to watch them and hear their giggles as they chased the poor guinea fowl across the lawn. I am a ‘garden junkie’ and could have spent hours and hours there – I hope to go again before I leave. I don’t think I saw a 1/3 of it!
Cape Point is stunning. Carla and I had perfect weather. We had lunch staring out at the view (see photo) and then hiked out to the lighthouse. The water is a deep gorgeous blue that transforms to turquoise then white froth as it strikes the sand; wispy clouds high in the sky and everything is green, green, green. This is where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans converge…one side the water is soooo cold whereas the other is markedly warmer.
The park is a protected area and baboons are numerous. We saw several just saunter across the road (us slamming brakes to avoid them) with their babies hanging from their tummies. I have heard of their aggression - stealing food right from your hand and barring teeth if you try and retrieve what they have pilfered. One poor little boy lost his ice cream!
Most of the US Cape Town team arrives tomorrow – and that is when the venture officially starts. I have heard that I won’t be consulting but will function as an intercessor. Yipee! This is where my heart lies…I get such a charge out of praying for others all day and seeing God work. It is SO COOL!
Speaking of intercession – thank you for praying for me. After the ‘excitement’ Tuesday night things have simmered down – Wednesday morning I went to a police station and opened a claim (as suggested) and the paperwork is ready to file at the airport. Sigh.
As you continue to pray for me please petition God about the following:
Kirstenbosh is beautiful – and huge. It is divided into different gardens of like plants that seamlessly blend into one another. Katie and Stephie were in and out of the streams, running through the grassy fields and over and around the statues – blond hair streaming behind them. It was fun to watch them and hear their giggles as they chased the poor guinea fowl across the lawn. I am a ‘garden junkie’ and could have spent hours and hours there – I hope to go again before I leave. I don’t think I saw a 1/3 of it!
Cape Point is stunning. Carla and I had perfect weather. We had lunch staring out at the view (see photo) and then hiked out to the lighthouse. The water is a deep gorgeous blue that transforms to turquoise then white froth as it strikes the sand; wispy clouds high in the sky and everything is green, green, green. This is where the Atlantic and Indian Oceans converge…one side the water is soooo cold whereas the other is markedly warmer.
The park is a protected area and baboons are numerous. We saw several just saunter across the road (us slamming brakes to avoid them) with their babies hanging from their tummies. I have heard of their aggression - stealing food right from your hand and barring teeth if you try and retrieve what they have pilfered. One poor little boy lost his ice cream!
Most of the US Cape Town team arrives tomorrow – and that is when the venture officially starts. I have heard that I won’t be consulting but will function as an intercessor. Yipee! This is where my heart lies…I get such a charge out of praying for others all day and seeing God work. It is SO COOL!
Speaking of intercession – thank you for praying for me. After the ‘excitement’ Tuesday night things have simmered down – Wednesday morning I went to a police station and opened a claim (as suggested) and the paperwork is ready to file at the airport. Sigh.
As you continue to pray for me please petition God about the following:
Safe travels: As I, and the team, drive and move around Cape Town and its surrounding areas.
Protection: Both physically and spiritually - for me, and the team, as we start a new venture and begin shifting the clients paradigms!
Computer: I have heard there is wi-fi at the B&B – please pray for continuous connectivity and good connection speeds so I can attend to mail and skype as needed.
Discernment, wisdom, grace, His guidance: That I stay super connected to God while I intercede for others so I can hear his voice correctly – AND - that God will reveal his next steps for me sooner rather than later!
Health: Physical, mental and emotional strength and stamina.
Thank you for your support!
Blessings to you!
Dena
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Hi Dena... Gayle, Tom, and I are at Heathrow Airport now. We will see you on Saturday. :) - Richard
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