My First Zambian Sunrise at 30,000 ft.
HOORAY!!   We are safely in Lusaka, Zambia.  Lynne, Laurie, Wes and I are siting at the MBattista Caffe at the arcade in Lusaka enjoying a cup of Zambian coffee and the cool morning weather.    We had a bus fire in London, but otherwise our trip has been uneventful.  We appreciate all of your prayers.  We are spending the nite in Lusaka at the Baptist Mission Guest house and driving to New Day in Mapanza tomorrow morning.  Thank you for your prayers!!!!  Another post when we get to New Day!

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