New Habits

Do you ever do anything out of habit?  I did last Monday, after taking my house keys off my key ring I absently put the key ring back in my pocket.  Later I took them out I realized there were no keys on it.  That was the first time I can remember that I didn’t have a door to unlock, just a door to walk through.

Fortunately, my homelessness only lasted a few days because I’m in Vicente Guerrero at the Mission now.  I’m settling in to a trailer that will be my home for a while.  I’ve received a warm welcome from the rest of the staff.  I must be the only one that’s uncertain about fulfilling the responsibilities of the current Work Group Coordinator.  I will get to spend about three weeks with Robert before he takes off. 

I wasn’t shy about telling anyone that would listen my concerns about crossing the border and getting the correct documentation.  Well, all the prayer made it easy!  There was no one ahead of me at the gate and I drove right through without as much as an hola!  I drove around a short block and easily found a parking place.  I asked a man back at the gate where to get the necessary form, he directed to the office using Spanish and hand signals.  He also watched me the whole way to make sure I got to the right place.  In and out in less than 15 minutes.  Non-eventful just like I prayed!

I’m grateful for all the support I’ve received, both prayers and financial!  Thank you so much.

I ask for further prayers that I will adjust well to the Mission, my responsibilities and a completely different lifestyle.