Bits & Balderdash

Time is winding down and as of today we are 2 days from lift-off for China. A very exciting time in our home as we prepare on a number of levels. Some have been asking about the finances for the trip - we do not have all the monies that we need but we are still going! (We'll just be tending for the finances when we return!)

Ok ... Here we go:

Skype - "(pronounced /ˈskaɪp/) is a software application that allows users to make voice calls over the Internet. Calls to other users within the Skype service are free, while calls to both traditional landline telephones and mobile phones can be made for a fee using a debit-based user account system. Skype has also become popular for its additional features which include instant messaging, file transfer and video conferencing."

That is the Wikipedia definition ... I put skype on our computer so that I can talk to Lynn while in China if I can get a connection. While playing with it before we leave I found my brother or "Big Bro" as you may know him on skype and the other day we talked via the internet with voice and video! It was the coolest thing EVER!!!!

Blogging in China - Some have asked if I will be blogging from China and the answer is I'm hoping to be able. With the dust up between Google and China and China's policies ... what you can do once you access the web is limited. But we're working on it and believe that I will be posting while in China. Stay tuned...

Safely Home - Just finished an incredible read! The book "Safely Home" by Randy Alcorn. A book about China - SHOCKER!!! Great read and I would recommend you get a copy at your local library and give it a read, I would love to know your thoughts. This is a fiction work but the details of the underground church are supposed to be very accurate. If you actually take the time to read this book let me know what you think!

More to come....