Who Knows Where the Time Goes?

I sing these lyrics from Enya's song. Who would have thought that once I quit work I would have no time on my hands? Although my schedule varies from week to week, normally it is filled with so many activities that I can't fit them all in. Normal weekly activities: Portuguese class (twice weekly), ladies' Bible study, canasta, tennis, and volunteering at the local high school. Normal monthly activities: American Women's Association of Angola, International Cooking Club, ladies' fellowship at church, TICA (The International Club of Angola formed to fund charities), a Chevron BBQ, and a Spouses' Coffee. Mix in business dinners, social dinners, teas, and pre-assignment visits and orientation for new families (we've had 24 new families come in the past year). I can't tell you how often I've gotten my days and meetings mixed up. I usually check with my friend Amy to check my plans for the day. Gosh, it's the pits getting older! Allan and I find it a treat to be home one night on the weekends. I'm not complaining--really. You know me. I love to be busy. And the wonderful part of it is that I can choose what I want to do. There are so many opportunities here to be involved with the Angolan people, and the needs here are greater than you can imagine. We consider it a gift to be here and find ways to make a difference.