Sorry for the hiatus. My internet router broke and the process to get a new one took some time. In the meantime, the work has continued and the One above continues to pour out numerous blessings on these people. After spending almost 10 months in this country I've adapted to the culture and have even taken on some of the norms. Here is a list of some of the things I now do or have done that I just wouldn't do in America.
I use chopsticks for every meal.
I spit wherever and whenever convenient.
I wear a mask to cut down on pollution inhalation. (Only a few times recently. Check last week's news.)
I push and shimmy my way through crowds of people.
I use a squatty to answer nature's call.
I wash out my dishes with hot water before eating from them.
I wear a murse.
I speak Chinese in my dreams.
I carry tissues with me just in case I wash my hands or need to answer nature's call.
I never use a drying machine after washing my clothes.
I run or jog or trot after buses.
I say "maybe" a lot.
Maybe there are more, but right now I am bubbling with excitement to come back and share stories and pictures with y'all. I will be back around July 1 and I'll be coming to some cities near you to tell about the great things He is doing in Wuhan!