As It Stands

When I was in Hungary, I could write a blog every day. And why Not? Everything was new and interesting. At home, well, same old, same old.

I'm preaching and teaching a lot. Sometimes 15 talks per week. In less than a month, I'll be done as far as  everyday duties at Eden Valley are concerned. Janet and I will be moving to Collegedale, TN mid December, where I will pick up the OCI Executive Vice-president's responsibilities. Steven Grabiner, the President of OCI, sent me a list of 12 points outlining my new job description. It's an exciting challenge. Three of the nine points are so not me, but then again, how does a person stretch unless he is challenged?

Janet is asked to manage four apartment blocks (120 apartments) for OCI. Now that's a challenge! It will be interesting to see how that works for her and for OCI. (She awaits her job description.)

I am still ASI President until August 2015 and there is plenty to do there, as well. I will be speaking again at the next ASI National Convention in Spokane, WA. I imagine this will be my last time ever. Too much of a good thing can be nauseating, so what do you do with too much of a thing like me?

Jason has more than 6,000 of 10,000 avocado trees planted. He is well on his way to reaching his goal. We hope to see the whole family in America next summer for a family reunion in Wenatchee. Someone has already given us $3,000 toward their travel.

A search committee was organized to find someone to replace me at EVI. Five or six names have been vetted, but none are able to come. Actually, the very first name is backtracking and showing some real interest. We will be visiting with he and his wife this weekend at EVI. Something to pray about.

In harmony with my wife's modus operandi, the house is all packed ready to move. She is really organized or showing deep signs of restlessness.

Oh, and someone had the grand idea of sending Janet and I to Hawaii in January for two weeks. That same someone is raising money to pay for the vacation. I feel bad see we are so unworthy, but then again, we'll do our best to absorb all the blessings that present themselves. Wish you could come along.