Well it is good to be writing this from Idaho, but at the same time also a bit scary realizing this is actually happening and I will be here for the next 11 weeks. My flights were very good and I enjoyed flying over the still snow capped Rockies, which got me to thinking how whoever named the Rockies was so original and descriptive, I marvel at our American genius. It is amazing what I think about when I am on little sleep and bored out of my mind. But anyway my travels went smoothly yesterday and I thank you for all your thoughts and prayers. Like I have said earlier I will appreciate your continued prayers while I am here in Aberdeen.
Speaking of Aberdeen, saying it is half the size of Bluffton is being very generous to its actual size. I can get to most places in the town on foot within five minutes, ten max. It is the epitome of small town USA, no traffic lights, no fast food, one gas station (which really jacks up their prices) but there are friendly people everywhere.
This morning I was introduced as the Student Pastor in front of the approximately 50 people that were there, and 90% of them are older than 50. It will be interesting getting to know all of them but I look forward to it. Everyone was coming up to me this morning saying "Oh you must be Matt Weaver." After that they would give me their name, which I would forget in the next 15 seconds but pleasantries were still exchanged. I was definitely on information overload trying to get to know everyone and take in what all was being said, remember I only got 4 hours of sleep the night before I traveled. My poor little brain just couldn't quite take it in. It reminded me of Analysis class this past semester. (This is for Mary Good) But eventually I am sure I will know their names and things like that, it will just take some time.
I look forward to seeing what all I can offer this community as I am sure they will have plenty to offer me, like potatoes. The county Aberdeen is in is the largest producer of potatoes in the nation, one of the church members plants 3000 acres of them. Most of the potatoes go to KFC for their wedges and McDonalds for their fries, now you know. But the people of Aberdeen are some of the nicest people who just like to have a good time and pick on each other incessantly. I think I can fit in if push comes to shove.
Anyway this post is getting long enough. Thanks again for your continued prayers and support. Miss you all.
Shalom,
Matt
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Good to hear that you made to Idaho safely! With only four hours of sleep, how was being a part of the actual service at church? If you can, when you know your physical mailing address, can you please let us know? Well, we will be thinking about you and praying for you.
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Oh, find out how many different ways there are to prepare and make a potatoe. Thanks.