So, don’t freak out, but we’re all dead…tired that is. Around an hour ago, we landed here in wonderful Amsterdam, where you will all be happy to know that the American dollar is worth about the same as cup of coffee to a dog (nothing). [That was Julie’s joke.] Seriously though, it cost me $15 to buy a bag of sliced apples, a water, and a Coke Light. Aside from the ridiculous exchange rates and extreme exhaustions that leads to bad jokes, we are all excited about the trip and our spirits are still high.
Our good friends from Flatirons just arrived a few minutes ago, and we’re all looking forward to getting to know our team members a little better. Nichole is officially in charge of team synergy, and has ice breakers planned accordingly.
Some quick team member updates: Mark is dressed like Johnny Cash and has been since we left. Julie is still sick. Nichole is still loud (we could hear her three rows back singing in the middle of the flight). Katie is in her happy place. Lee is calm and cool as always. Ben is at McDonald’s eating. And I, your faithful blogger, am counting down the hours until the next Ambien dosage.
Thanks to all of you for checking the blog, and we’ll be updating as we have time (not that often though so please don’t continually hit refresh). That’s all for now. It’s time to hand this over to Ben for editing. More updates to come.
Edwin Steven Downing
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9 comments:
Yay! I'm still praying for you guys! :) I wanna see a picture of Mark dressed as Johnny Cash!
~DanaB
We are glad to hear that you all have made it to Amsterdam safely! Thanks for the update, and know that we are praying for the rest of your travels.
so glad you guys made it safely thus far. Been thinking about you guys today wondering what part of the world you are flying over why I was eating my lunch at Penn Station. Love you guys lots and can't wait to hear more updates!!
Greetings to the group. We were glad to hear of your safe journey so far. We hope the food is better and cheaper at your next stop.
The Lagos
Praying for safe travels for the group. Will be anxiously awaiting your next installment...Until then, God be with you all.
Glad y'all made it that far. Hopefully by now you are actually in Afghanistan. I gave Agnes this blog address too and we both agree that "that's our Nichole"--the loud one! I put your group on our prayer list at FBCMW.
We love you, Nichole and are praying for all of you!
So happy that you all arrived safely. Looking forward to the next updates. Our prayers are with you.
Glad to know you are there. We'll be praying for the team and work you are doing. Thanks for keeping in touch!
Mom (Jane)
I totally feel you all! I spent $20 on some horrible pancakes and "stroop" a while back. Afghan food is rock-and-roll though ... amsterdam makes me sad.
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