Good Things...

The latter part of this week was super encouraging. I have met more and more people lately who are really getting out in the world and making a difference in the lives of others. Found out about a student group on campus called JIA (Chinese for family) that goes to villages and work with people who have Hansen's disease. On the train from Xian was introduced to a guy who works for World Vision in China! In Wuhan yesterday heard about some orphanage work going on in Changsha area and work in the pink light district in Beijing. I met some students from Wuhan University raising money for a family in Wuhan whose daughter just contracted AIDS. Pretty incredible the things that are going on here in China.

Another example of Good Work is a restaurant we discovered at the end of last term called Aloha. Aloha serves up some excellent Mexican food and real milkshakes. I am talking about peppermint Oreo ones! The place is run by some really sweet Sisters. They have teen groups come in from all around the world (US, Korea, etc.) to help serve food and Share with others. The ladies came because they saw a need and they took their talents to fill that need. Wish I could write more, but pretty interesting story. Mrs. Janie (one of the owners) is having knee surgery this week so please keep her in your Thoughts. They will also be celebrating their one year anniversary on October 18th. Hopefully this will be a long running work.

My sweet friend Katie is great about finding Good Works and encouraging others. Sadly her birthday was this summer when we were all in the States. We wanted to do something special for Katie because she is so special to us, so where better to celebrate than Aloha. Well worth the four hour drive! Happy Late Birthday Katie! Love you!!!

Xian post coming soon...