Cowboys in Florida?

Welcome to Okeechobee! Here I am in the land of Florida. I spent about two days in Fort Lauderdale before heading up to Okee-land!

I have:

-been to my first Florida, Day Workers Rodeo

-seen an alligator

-chased a sea gull for one of its feathers

-eaten fried catfish

-passed Dark Hammock Ranch a dozen times

I haven't:

-slept more than six hours per night

-been able to get reception from my house

-bought a one-of-a-kind Okeechobee alligator shirt (but Erin says I'll get one before I leave)

-tried the alligator tail or frog legs...yet

-ridden a horse yet, but I want to!

Things are definitely different than the Bahamas, or Brazil, and I have to admit that it is taking a little getting used to. I am officially named on staff, and right now my job is mainly curriculum.

Pray: -for health for everyone. (there's been some nasty stuff going around including strep throat)

-that the students and staff would finish out strong; we have a little over two weeks left.

-that the staff would be unified even though they are spread out.

-that the Holy Spirit would do a mighty work in all of us.

-for the future of Patmos. A lot of changes may be taking place. Pray for peace and joy and wisdom.