Greetings from Arandis

So for those of you who panicked when they didn't get a comment from their loved ones, just remember: They are probably a member of Team Leifde in Arandis! Here you go:

Courtney:
Hey everyone! I miss all of you so much! I have enjoyed all of your comments. We read them every night and I always look forward to hearing from you guys. The trip has been wonderful so far. I’ve met a lot of people and have already experienced many amazing things.
Grammy – Everyone enjoys hearing from the “Team Grammy” and they all want to meet you. I miss you and Papa a lot. I hope everything is well. Can’t wait to see you.
Mom – Things have been great, I’m glad camp was fun. I enjoy hearing from you and miss you. I can’t wait to see you. Did you get my phone in the mail? I love you! I miss all the kids, love you guys! Dad - I enjoyed hearing from you. I wish you were here too. I've experienced a lot of great things. Love you.
Love, Courtney (Co-Co)


John:
Thank you to those of you who’ve been praying for us and watching the blog. We’ve met so many wonderful people and seen far too many things to fit into such a small space. We’re also seeing a few of those “internal miracles.” I can’t wait to share stories and pictures with you. I loaned my iPod to one of my new Namibian friends today, and he quickly found his favorites – Led Zeppelin, Chris Tomlin, Stevie Wonder, and Maroon 5. At one point, he also said “who is this Marc Naugler and his ‘Born To Me’ song?” I’m glad to hear things are going well at home and that Dad has been keeping himself busy playing guitar. Mom and Jenna – be sure to tell everyone else I said hello and I look forward to seeing them soon.


Patrice:
Hey everybody! I just wanted to let you all know how much I loved all of your comments for me on the blog. It makes the other side of the world feel a little more like home. Mom and Dad, I miss you guys so much!! Michael…. I cry myself to sleep at night without you too…. The filming comments are unnecessary though. I have to admit that the rest of the team really enjoys your sarcasm every night when we read the blogs. Say hi to everyone in Stone Harbor for me! I wish I could be there too! Tim, thanks so much for keeping up with me and bon, miss you! To Vitt, if you are reading this, HAPPY EARLY BIRTHDAY!!! Things here in Arandis are going well. It was a little rough for me at the beginning of the week due to a lost suitcase. But two days later it rolled into town. I can’t wait to hear back from you all, and Pat we found someone else who knows which way it is to the beach.


Kerry:
Mom, Dad, Erin, Dom, and anyone else who has been reading up…hiii!! It’s been so nice to hear the posts and I am starting to miss everyone a lot. I’ve been finding myself stumbling over words to describe my experiences here, but everything has been incredible. Dancing for the schools has been fun and seeing and relating with the kids has been better. They are so enthusiastic and loving and have amazing attitudes despite the conditions here. All the people we’ve encountered are friendly and warm and everybody loves singing and dancing. The sky here at night takes my breath away every time and is definitely one of my favorite parts of being here. In our down time we’ve been making lots of friendship bracelets with string and enjoying the sun. The spiders here have not been as bad as I thought they would be but they still are everywhere. Tonight we start teaching classes and I am so excited! How’s erin liking camp, still sane from all the kids? Thanks Dom for the Sox updates, I heard the Yankees just won so I bet you’re happy. I hope you got my email from Dubai. Love you all very much and thinking about you all the time!


Erica:
Hey all! Thanks for all the posts, it means a lot! Namibia is such an amazing place. I feel so blessed that God has put me here. If you told me 15 years ago that I would be in Africa worshiping God, I would have said you were nuts. Jimmy, even though you aren't getting sappy like George, I really appreciate the shout outs and comments! Can't wait to share Africa with you next year! Nick, keep rockin! Mommy misses you. Joey, hope you are not playing too many video games. Emma, the kids in Africa are great, can't wait to tell you all about them. Sarah, thanks for the posts! Can't wait for our first Thursday night jam after Africa. So much to share. Christine, you rock! Thanks for helping Jimmy. Love and Blessings, Mom (McLovin)


Katie:
Thanks for the comments mom, Amanda and Emily. Becky - hi (haha) We're doing great, see you soon!


Amanda:
Hi All! We're doing great! I absolutely love it as usual. I'm teaching Toivo the geetar! :) It's so great to be with all of my friends again. I love you all! <3Amanda

Steph:
Kelsey, I think about you every day, and it's hard to be without you. I know you feel the same way and are dreading your time with Chris, longing that it was me you were with! Just kidding, but I do miss you, and maybe BAE a little, and I can't wait to hang out with you and see you every day again! I love the comments you've written, keep them coming! Chrissy, I am sorry that Jake is being a pain and Casey is too madly in love with me to hang out with you. I hope child sitting and ebay is keeping you busy.. wish you were here! Other than that, I'm doing pretty good.. Africa is amazing as usual. Toivo hasn't gotten me any cool drinks yet, I'm still waiting! Love, Steph


Toivo:
Hi Kevin, I want a hamburger from McDonalds! Also hi to Steph, Amanda, Christine, Molly & Jaime. Jaime I hope you are doing something active. Hi Kat, I'm doing great, my 6 pack got bigger. Miss you all! M.J. how are you?


Richard:
Hi NH family! Hi to all. Glad to hear everyone is doing well. Thanks for the prayers. The team in Aranbndis is doing well and God is moving in a mighty way. Lisa, thanks for your prayers. Love to all I know and all I don't.


Pam:
Love and miss you family, I'm praying for you guys. Hi Pat, Kelly, Cindy, Cathy T, Melissa. I love Namibia. I'm managing just fine in all areas. The kids at school are fun and cute. They like to play with my hair and give lots of hugs. I'm going to hate leaving them. The week is going by quickly. Miss you all!


Darin:
Hey Shari, miss you more than you can possibly know. Meeting people, seeing sights and having experiences that would only be better if you were here. Lots to share when I get home. Love Nan's house. Hate her dog. Haven't managed to make my team hate me... yet. Thanks for letting me be here, see you soon. Love you more! Hi Amanda, Becky and Emily, Love you all. Thanks for helping mom as you have been. Emily, don't get used to my side of the bed.


Casey:
Hope all is well. While Dennise is in Okahandja, I'm with the dancers and others in Arandis. I've seen many people from last year that I remember, which is so cool. Hey Dad, hopefully you have the whole house packed up. Ames I miss you so much. Laura stop doing homework. The rest of you guys, miss you and see you soon! <3Casey


Bonnie:
Hey Everyone! So thanks for all the comments. Hearing my childhood nicknames for the entire team to hear is really awesome. Fresh monkey, mom? Really? Not necessary. And Dad, your knowledge of the teen lingo is simply amazing. Well, I'm getting pretty well taken care of between John Mayer singing John Mayer, Richard carrying me to my room when I'm already asleep on the couch, and Patrice being my mom as usual. T- it was great to hear from you and I'm glad you're enjoying the videos. You better be enjoying the book just as muhc. Anyways, tell Vitt I sat happy birthday and dont worry we're coming home pretty soon. Erin- hope you're having fun at camp and being the only child. Everything here is great except that I keep getting exhausted at 6 and can barely stay awake. Sooo I miss everyone a lot, and I especially miss going to Wendy's. Hope you're all having fun and keep leaving messages. Love you!


Sallie:
Hi everyone, Just thought I'd check in and tell you all is going well here in Africa. We have had non-stop days filled with music and dancing and kids! The children are precious and thirsty to learn anything and everything. I think I have shocked a few in telling them that yes, my hair is real, I did in fact grow up in the United States, and I know some African Dance (but not Karate). Hope everything is well at home. I can't believe a week has passed since we headed out from NH. Mom & Dad, you'll be glad to hear that me and a few other girls are helping paint a backdrop for the concert we will be a part of next weekend with the theme "Revive Us". There are plenty of beautiful sights to be inspired by here. The enthusias, and hope in people here is equally inspirational. I've gotten so many hugs in the past few days, I have some to spare! Miss you! XOXOXOOOOOX Love, Sallie


Jackie:
Enjoying my time here in Namibia! Glad to be back in Arandis & reconnecting with all of my friends! Christine, missing you lots & wishing you were here to see everyone again. Friends are asking about you! Time is flying by - one week has passed already! Can't wait to chat! Much love, Mom