This is the time of year when there is a real influx of new families moving to Shanghai, yet not many returning families are back from summer home visits. We remember being in this position last summer, when we went to church the first few Sundays we lived here. The pews were sparsely filled, and when the pastor asked new people to stand, it seemed that half the congregation was new.
Today we went to church on the look out for a new family. Scott "picked" one out for us, and we had dinner together at Johnny Moo's (a burger and shake place!) after the service. They have three girls, one exactly Madelyn's age, one younger, one older. They also joined us for coffee at our house afterwards, and we so enjoyed visiting with them. Madelyn and Caroline have already declared that they are best friends, and are planning future play times.
I miss old friends. And I'm so thankful for new friends. God is good.
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Lynne, what a great thing to look for new people! A blessing for both of you! Mom E.
Yay! A new friend for Madelyn! And you, too?
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