Guatemala 2013 - February 21 - Travels

Hello to everyone back in the states! We hope your day was less taxing and tiring than ours was. For the most part, we had very smooth travels, but there were definite kinks that occurred. I, Madi, suffered a personal loss when going through security. I was supposed to bring two tubs of peanut butter to my pregnant sister, but they apparently needed to be part of the "checked" luggage. I thoroughly remember the last time that peanut butter blew up a plane. It was awful. Our plane from Chicago to Houston took off about 40 minutes later due to maintenance issues, overbooking, and all that great jazz. Because of this, our connection flight from Houston to Guatemala City was delayed a smidge as well. We also lost three suitcases in the process, so please pray that those are recovered. They contain some devotional plans, PJ's (Pastor John's) socks & shoes, and other important items. Despite the loss of time and highly valued peanut butter, we are all grateful to be here safe and sound! We enjoyed a phenomenal meal of chicken, pizza, and ice cream at the classic Pollo Campero (which means chicken camp for all you American speakers). Thanks again for all your prayers! We will need them as we venture out to the villages tomorrow!