On Thursday, July 24, Ritchie, Ellie and I will fly to Kenya, Africa where we will spend 10 days serving with Athletes in Action. I cannot begin to express in words how overwhelmed I am with anticipation for what has been a life long dream of mine. In fact, it is an answer to prayer as I had increasingly pleaded with Ritchie that our next family "vacation" be one that consisted of something other than serving ourselves. During the Final Four in San Antonio this spring we were asked by AIA to consider a summer trip with them. I said "YES!" before they finished asking! Ritchie and Ellie were both a bit reluctant at first, but I have "watched in wonder" as God has humbled each of our hearts for the opportunity ahead. Please keep us in your prayers. I look forward to sharing the experience upon our return. If you are at all interested, a blog has been set up through AIA to give info and updates on the trip. You can log on to www.aia.com/teamblogs . Look under Sports Teams, Basketball-Kenya.
Blessings, Julie
