Hey all

So you know, coast rich is a direct translation of Costa Rica. It is almost 1 AM here so I should be getting to sleep soon, but had to let you know I made it. My cold is getting worse, but that means that it will get over faster (there I go with positive thinking again) Well, it has been fun to get to meet everyone and I consider the plane ride one of the best EVER. I met two people who also had never known each other before. One was a native of Costa Rica (They're called ticos) and the other was an African American from Maryland who was 16. They are both christians and on fire for the Lord and reaching the lost. It was amazing to meet believers and be totally encouraged. From the moment I sat down to the moment I stood up, we talked and shared our lives and stories. It was amazing. A total blessing. We had three random strangers drawn together for 5 hours on a plane and we had one with white skin, one with brown, and one with black. It was definetely a sweet time. ONe of the many verses we discussed was from Ecclesiastes that says there is a season and a time and a purpose for everything and I do believe it was so with the wonderful meeting. Thanks to all who have written back. Please don't feel obligated to write back or to even read these emails. I will always welcome any love and prayers and an update on home. Love you all and thank you,

Jodi Marie