On Monday night they called to ask if we would come and offered to help with the plane fare. So by Wednesday morning we were headed to the airport.
Because of storms in Chicago, we found ourselves stranded at the airport with thousands of others scrambling to decide what to do. Since our time was so important and so short, we decided to rent a car and drive the five hours to Waterloo. That was the best decision we could have made as it stormed for two days and the only flight that came into Waterloo was the one that took us back on Saturday morning.
Unfortunately, we had plane - side checked our bags and they never did arrive. We picked up a few necessities and our bags met us back at home just a few minutes ago.
We stayed with some dear friends who had come to know the Lord during our tenure in Iowa. What a joy to sit on the couch with a cup of coffee and chat; just like we had done so many times before and hear how they are investing in others and sharing Christ in so many different ways. They loan us a car to come and go and we spent most of our time with Jane.
These two days were filled with Joy/Sorrow/Laughter/Tears. She was such a godly women, always investing in others. It was hard to say good-bye, but know that she will be safe in the arms of Jesus very soon.
On Friday night, we had a pre-funeral service at their home with a few friends. What a special time. We sang, prayed, gave testimonies and praised the Lord for her life.
Thank you Lord for bringing Jane into my life and teaching me with your actions how to be a godly women.
