Alaska- Day 5 Thurs

Where has the month of April gone?

I'm awake early thismorning before everyone on the team. It seems my body is somewhat still on Alberta time. There is a 2 hr difference here. Maybe by the end of the week I'll sleep in...based on exhaustion.

It was evident that everyone was quite tired last night but still some of the team didn't get to bed until midnight. So hopefully the lack of sleep will not manifest itself into the uglies as the week goes on.

Alaskans are very laid back, go with the flow kindof folks. Nothing seems to phase them much so it seems that we are going to have to go with the flow for our week of activities. Yesterday, plans changed four times in one day, which was not the easiest on our fearless leader who was trying to keep things in order.

Well...hopefully I'll have some more fun updates at the end of the day.

Day 4...More Pics

Alaska Day 4

OK finally have wireless internet connection. So, enjoy the pictures.

Today was a work day around the Christian school which is right next door to the church where we are staying. It was a full and busy day. The weather was HOT...I mean sunburn, sweating hot....absolutely wonderful.

Alaska- Day 3 Fairbanks

We have arrived!

The final day in the van was long but full of much laughter. Ofcourse this could be we are all over tired! It has been an amazing drive. I can't emphasize enough the breathtaking beauty. Our God is such an awesome Creator, such details in every mountain.

We left Whitehorse, Yukon early in the morning. Each day has averaged about 12 hours of driving time. Then you have to add some washroom breaks and photo opportunities. So the days have been stretched....alot.
When we arrived here in Fairbanks we were given a warm welcome from the Pastor, Bill and his wife Cindy. There was a quick church tour including our rooms, the coffee center..with the gift of free travel mugs... and the SHOWER!! Praise God! (Yes, you can tell what the top three priorities were for me)

Scenic highlights of day 2 & 3 have included an elk, and the first steps of a baby bison...we literally slowly drove up as the birth was ending...it was amazing. We saw a linx and 2 moose. (Or meeses as they have been called on this trip) Hopefully I will be able to post pics soon when we have wireless access.

Thank you for all your prayers!
The team starts Wed. morning with activities. We are touring the Christian school, which is right beside the church and then the hands on work will begin. Raking and yard clean up and a few other renovation related things are on the agenda.
The team has been doing well. Jeremy has been introduced to gravol, Michael drove the entire trip, Kim slept almost the entire trip, Dave (not my spouse) has entertained us with his musings on life, Kyla's kitchen has been serving up the best snack food...and she started blogging (check: myalaskanadventrure.blogspot.com )..yes there is a spelling error..she was tired, and I have enjoyed many moments of laughter and pain from sitting so long in the van!

Alaska Day 2

Unbelievably beautiful day for travel and photo opportunities. The beauty of God's creation is so breath taking.
We have limited access to the internet today so I will try and post pics when I can.
Travel continues to be good. Some people sleep alot and that's OK with me...it makes for a more enjoyable trip.

Alaska Travels

So the trip has begun. I, Sonya have joined 5 others from Gardner College on a 2 wk missions trip to Fairbanks, Alaska.
The first day of travel was fun but the weather was very weird. Snow, rain, sunshine and everything else in between. We left Camrose at 5 A.M. and our first stop for gas and breakfast at A&W was in Whitecourt, AB. around 8:30 A.M. We then did the tourist photos in Dawson Creek B.C.
I'll do my best, when we have internet connections, to keep everyone up to date. Thanks for your prayers.

Another Day in Alberta

OK...so this is what it looks like outside right now?
Hmmmmmmmmm..........
and the golf course just opened. Not fair!!!

Is it Spring yet ?

Well, here we are putting the winter coats back on again.Woke up to -7 C with a nasty wind that made it feel like November instead of late April with the threat of snow in a few days. The local golf course was to open today but they are waiting until tomorrow when it will be a balmy +4. Hope the guys who went down South had a great time. We were thinking of you.
David's work is getting a little busier but not to the level of previous years so we are told. It is odd how "the sky is falling mentality" takes over and a lot of people talk only of doom and gloom. There are still jobs to be had.
Sonya has completed her trip to Saskatoon with a group of students for kids camp. On Sunday she leaves for Fairbanks, Alaska for a two week missions trip doing youth outreach, soup kitchen and shelter outreach. Graduation is this Saturday. HURRAH!!!!!!!!!
Last week,we said goodbye to Sonya's parents and youngest sister and her little guy who had flown out the week before to visit us. It was a great blessing to have family around us again.
May God bless you all and please keep in touch. Even a short note is greatly appreciated.

Last Week

Well the students here at Gardner College are on the countdown. This is the final week of classes and then one week of practical work in Saskatoon, followed by final exams and the two week missions trip to Fairbanks Alaska. The buzz is growing in the dorm as everyone prepares for their summer. It will be different, that's for sure.

Sonya's parents and youngest sister, and our newest nephew arrive tommorrow night for a one week visit. It will be nice to have some time with them.

Things at work are getting abit busier. This past Saturday was a beautiful day, which motivated many to begin working on there homes so there was lots of action around the store. It's nice to see sales increasing abit admist these tight economic times.

NO JOKE...The Sun is Shining

Atlast we have a beautiful day...and we are so excited. There is still snow on the ground but the air even smells like Spring. It feels so good! Soon the golf courses will be open and David can get to the driving range and also play a round or two.

The school year here is almost finished. Only 8 more days of classes, then a trip to Saskatoon to lead a 4 day DVBS and then exams and then Sonya will be headed to Alaska for 2 wks.

Well...we hope no one had to endure any huge pranks today. Just smile and enjoy the sonshine.