Mud Teams?
I wasn't going to buy any new shoes for this trip. Even though Bruce's personal packing list said "hiking boots" and I knew we would be heading into the Andes mountains in Peru, I figured I could get by with my street shoes (and a pair of running shoes in case we get a chance to put in a few miles.) But then we got an email from Mauricio Gnecco (pronounced hen-a-co), an engineer friend in Colombia. CMaDFA is working with him to bring electricity to some remote villages in Colombia. Mauricio is arranging for a trip in a 4x4 vehicle so that we can see firsthand the work that's being done. In his email he first gives a break down of the trip costs and then ends with this: "...it depends if rains stop this week. We will go with my friend David Caicedo, because maybe the mud and bad conditions will push us off road during 100 km. David and I are a good "mud" team...driver+mud lines+machete wood finder+good orientation..."
Bruce's comment when forwarding this to me: "Sounds 'interesting'".
Yes, it does! And I figured that if it comes time to jump out and help push, something waterproof and tractiony might help. (Thanks, Susie, for the warnings about anacondas...)
Adios! (Can someone tell me how people end their letters in Spanish in a friendly way? "Adios" just doesn't sound right for print.)
Steve
September 10th, 2009 - 08:00
Steve, it’s not just the mud and water but the rocks and the brush. You will be glad you wore hiking boots. I suggest you walk in them a bit before the actual hiking begins. Note: there should not be any problem on planned hikes — its the unplanned hike you must take and oops … you forgot to bring your boots!
September 10th, 2009 - 21:35
I’m really excited for you both! It is an incredible witness to me, of the love you share for the Lord Jesus and for each other. The way Bruce speaks about you Steve is wonderful to hear. Enjoy your trip, each other, and helping those in need.
September 11th, 2009 - 14:20
Hi Norm I happened upon your name when I logged into this site! How are you?
I used to hear from your mother every Christmas until she went into a nursing facility and then I didn’t hear from here since she didn’t give me an address. Would love to hear from you when you have the time! Love in the bonds of Truth! Joy Butler (Thorne)