Sep 20 Our History Here

There’s some history that makes us being here seem almost surreal.  I think it’s worth sharing.  When Dave and I worked with Niel and Alece back in the day (2000-01) we lived in a flat in town, that was connected to a house that served as the ministry base.  When we needed a break from our surroundings- we took a short drive out of town to Mt. Everest… a nearby game park with hiking, beautiful views, and a restaurant.  A year or so later… this ‘getaway place’…became Thrive’s new ministry base…  and is now our latest home.  Wow.

Switching gears on you… I feel compelled to chit-chat about the weather.  If you think of us being in Africa today… don’t think about the large radiant sun… but instead… think of the snow and freezing rain, the 36 degree temperatures… and the space heaters and layers of clothing that are keeping us warm.  This is South Africa…

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8 Comments on “Our History Here”

Steph Clock September 20, 2008 at 6:23 AM
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I’m enjoying your posts about your adventure. On the driving post: When I drove in the UK, it wore me OUT. Such mental focus! Of course having five kids in the car at the time might have had something to do with that. :)

I found you from Alece’s blog. Looking forward to reading more.

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@ngie Clock September 20, 2008 at 6:23 AM
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Hmm… good to hear where you have come from…

Snow!? Wow.

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Cindy Beall Clock September 20, 2008 at 6:23 AM
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Sounds kinda nice :)

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alece Clock September 20, 2008 at 6:23 AM
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did you know niel and i “won” a weekend here? yeah, we never even got to bank in on it… so we decided to just buy the whole place!

(i still have the sheet of paper telling us that we won that!)

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Tracy Clock September 20, 2008 at 6:23 AM
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YUCK. I’m ready for cooler, but not that. Bundle up. It’s 80 degrees here today, sun is out. Our extended forcast is sunny and upper 70’s for the next 6 days. GEORGOUS. Kind of unheard of around here. The leaves are just starting to change. This is my favorite time of year. I relish these days for I know our winter is ahead. ILY.

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danielle Clock September 20, 2008 at 6:23 AM
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that is really cool.

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melissita Clock September 20, 2008 at 6:23 AM
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must say, that’s the one thing i don’t miss about harrismith….the cold and unpredictable weather. heard it snowed in Van Reenen, so i can just imagine the cold winds in harrismith…brrr

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jane Clock September 20, 2008 at 6:23 AM
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okay…changed my mind. don’t like the snow…maybe I’ll go hang with my friends in Thailand!

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