I got here safely! I had a good trip Saturday except for a two hour delay on my second flight due to a mechanical problem. Other than the delay however, everything went very smoothly-no trouble in immigration and customs and my luggage all arrived safely, which is a huge answer to prayer.

It has been wonderful to be back so far and see everyone! I spent Sunday spending time with them and getting to know some new ones. There is a new volunteer family on the field and my roommate, Charith, is new as well (well, not really new, she was a missionary kid out here for quite a few years) and another volunteer, Gabe.

Today has been quite a day. I met with Sherri Murphy and Christian, who is the director of the school, and talked about what I would like to do here and what the needs of the school are. At the moment the real need is for an English teacher. So...my plans have shifted some from the original.... I am as of now an English teacher. I will certainly not be dropping the idea of teaching art (especially as many of you have given very generously towards art supplies), but instead I will be incorporating as much art as possible into my English classes and working with the students on various projects throughout the year.

Please pray for me as I begin teaching tomorrow. I need strength and patience and lots of wisdom!