I miss home, too. But more than anything I miss Lisa. As God’s been knitting us together into One Flesh, it hurts when that flesh is ripped apart or separated. It’s not meant to do that.
Some people have asked where I am. Unfortunately, due to operational security, I can’t tell you where I am or specifically where I’ll be or when. But I can tell you that it’s very blue out here, with lots of waves and the occasional school of dolphins. Wikipedia has this to say about dolphins: “In some cultures like in Ancient Greece they were treated with welcome; a ship spotting dolphins riding in their wake was considered a good omen for a smooth voyage. There have been reports of dolphins protecting swimmers against sharks by swimming circles around the swimmers.”
We also saw a dead whale the other day. It was like a big chunk of meat floating in the water. Not as exciting as it may sound.
No, Amanda, the CGC Bear is homeported in Portmouth, Virginia. Unless something really strange happens, we won’t be coming to Boston.
In other news, Fred’s Place has decided to run a photo essay series on the CGC Bear’s journey. You can find it on their main page, or by clicking here. Enjoy the photos!
Signing off,
Andrew
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Hey Drew!
Enjoyed your pictures on Fred’s Place.
Hope all is well on the big blue sea. Dolphins are great ~ they can be a surfer’s best friend in the presence of sharks. I have actually heard stories like that from old surfers, who say that dolphins have saved them from attacks. It’s weird that you’re headed TOWARDS me right now; I keep imagining you getting further away. Strange.
Andrew, So good to hear from you and we loved the pictures at Fred’s Place. What is the best place to email you? We are praying for you everyday……..Love, Mom
Andrew: Grandpa says: Pleased that you are having this kind of experience. You will recall these as good memories all the rest of your life – like my time in the Army in 1943-46. We are proud of you. Mitzi says: I know missing Lisa is the hard part – but “this too shall pass”. Pray for you daily and loved “Fred’s Place” this morning. Can you possibly get a picture of yourself in there somewhere? Eagerly awaiting your next blog and pictures. Love, Grandma
Andrew, love the pictures … it looks like you have a good crew on board. Enjoy the week.