Almost Done!!

As we look back on our decision to come back for a second year, we have no doubts our decision was the best. Someone told us before we came that we will make the best and most meaningful relationships our second year. One of the reasons being that the students see we didn't just come here for a short time but staying a second year shows them our sincerity of being here. At first we thought that was silly. Of course you can make great friendships in a year, and I believe the previous teachers did. But there is so much truth to it as well. It is amazing to see friends from last year and the surprise and happiness on their faces when they see we are still here. Plus, we have seen many hearts open up, who must not have felt close enough or safe enough through out the first year. We can't wait to share more of the stories of the people who have truly blessed us with their lives and friendship.

We will keep you updated on our new adventure of 2009. We are excited for this new year and all of the opportunities before us. We are still lifting up our decisions for the future, but mostly trying to live each day that we have. Its silly to waste so much time and emotion thinking and planning for the future when we are not even promised tomorrow. We have been given today, and have been placed here for now. And that is all we have to worry about. We have been blessed and given so many relationships and friendships here in Baoding. There is no doubt we have been influenced greatly by these amazing friends and people here. We are so thankful for them and the memories we have made. We hope we can continue to love each other and the people around us more and more each day.

Tuesday we are heading out for our first trip of the break. We are taking a short trip to Xi'an to visit the Terracotta Warriors and other sites. This past week has been full of finishing up classes, birthday party for Chen Jun, dinner party with some friends, and now grading finals.