Saying Good-bye.....again

Well, we had to say good-bye again to our special friends. In 2000, almost exactly 9 years ago, they left for Honduras. Now they leave for another country. So sad to see them go.:( We did have a few times of fellowship so that was nice.
This picture was taken at the airport almost 9 years ago. Abby was just a newborn at the time.


Here we are, Stacey and Betsy, 9 years later, saying good-by again at the airport.


We were able to spend quite a bit of time with Megan before they left. Kristina and Abby were able to spend a week seeing her at VBS which was an unexpected treat. We were also privileged enough to take her shopping for some last minute clothes items. I'm not sure if the girls enjoyed it so much...but I did :) Always love shopping! :) It was a VERY successful day!
Megan and Kristina 2000


Megan and Kristina 2009 - what a difference 9 years makes, eh?!

Megan and Catherine 2000

Megan and Catherine 2009

They were only allowed 6 check-ins, 6 carry-ons, and 6 backpacks. All their worldly goods (basically) in that little amount of luggage. WOW! is all I can say to that! Made me think about me and what I would take if I were in a similar situation. We will be sending some stuff to them after they settle in...but not much.

Peter and Nathan waiting to go through security

Good-bye our friends! We will miss you terribly but know that you are right where you are supposed to be. We love you!