outside world

christmas came and went incredibly quickly this year. i think because i slept all afternoon it was extra short. boxing day felt like christmas because we had a house full which is the usual for christmas day. it was the first time we've had the 25th just the 6 of us, so in many ways it was a different christmas but i suppose as we all grow older it is going to feel more and more different. the fact that we we're all together this year wasn't planned but was nice.

the rest of my time in england has been pretty good. the change of diet again has upset my system and i have been bunged up with cold the last few days but i wouldnt swap spending christmas at home for anything, despite the cold weather!

im looking forward to seeing some more faces at church this week not everyone was around last sunday because of the christmas break a few people went away. so it should be nice to catch up. i really feel like these 2 weeks here and setting me up for the next 6 months back out there now i know what im going back to and i have real expectations i feel like i will be able to achieve alot going back with a fresh enthusiasm and excitiment about all that im involved in out there.

its been encouraging to hear how many people have enjoyed reading the blog. for me this is my only way to escape when things get on top of me so i really wasnt sure if anyone was reading it and to be honest it didnt really matter because it was more for me than anyone else. also because no one leaves any comments it is hard for me to know! lazy bunch...
but many have been regular email..ers which has been nice aswell and my link to the outside world (except for bbc.co.uk!) so keep sending mail and dont underestimate how much it means just to get a few short words from a friend, it really can turn a crappy day round.

peaceful blogging.
Ben.