Not an easy journey home: it would have been over twenty-four hours from leaving Amano in any case, but Ethiopian airlines kindly stepped in and extended the delight with a three hour plus delay at Addis Ababa airport. The least said the better might be a wise rule, but it is at least worth a note that Addis airport is not the most exciting place in the world at anytime. Between about 2100hrs and 0300 it certsinly does not improve!

The time ahead is going to be busy. There are already some important appointments to be met over the coming days. There is the pleasure of seeing friends, albeit all too briefly. There are things to do for Amano - I have orders to place for computer equipment and also the need to make sure all the delivery schedules are able to be met.

Then there are special cases, including John and Joyce Blanchard who are suffering so much but standing in the Lord, and my own parents who are greatly loved but not yet the Lord’s.

Your prayers will be appreciated.