Arizona Reservation Ministries- Globe, AZ

     It took 4 days/3 nights for me to get to Globe.  It was perfect traveling weather.  While at ARM I cleaned the office, vans, and toys on the bus.  I also went out on the bus each day.  This is what I had done before when I was here.  I spent a lot of time here a few years ago, but this year it's just ten days.

The bus goes out each day to a different neighborhood on the San Carlos Apache Reservation. The team (now including Apache women) teach a Bible lesson, have a craft, offer a snack, and have some games.  This is all after school for an hour and is basically controlled chaos.  

     On Saturday I had the priviledge to attend a baptism that ARM did for those interested.  It was in the  river.  Awesome.  Then they provided everyone with sloppy joes.  Doesn't get any better than that!

     One day on the way to a neighborhood a large Diamondback rattler crossed the road in front of us.  Glad I was in a vehicle.

     Another day, I experienced my first monsoon.  The wind blew fiercely from every direction, it seemed.  The rain poured and hail pounded- fun in an RV.  Then it was gone.  It lasted about 20 minutes, but it closed roads for a short time as the water rushed through the washes.  

Now it's on to Towerpoint RV Park in Mesa, AZ.  Let the fun begin!

Branson, MO

     While spending time in Indpendence, MO I was able to visit various family members, tour the Truman Library, and attend the annual Santa Cali-gon Days.  During this festival the center of town is closed to traffic and for 4 days there are vendors, rides, and activities to enjoy.  The name comes from the three historic trails that converge in Independence- Santa Fe, California, and Oregon.
      I then traveled a few hours to Branson, MO.  The KOA was filled with members of NOMADS for over a week.  The 317 members came to participate in our Annual Meeting.  We had inspirational speakers, board meetings, seminars, entertainment, and lots of food.  We also were able to enjoy tours of area sites and attend shows.  What fun!!  It was great to see those friends- old and new.
      After the 10 days I spent in Branson, I was then on the road to Globe, AZ