We've Arrived!

At 10pm Saturday night we pulled into a McDonalds right on the US side of the border and there to greet us was Ray Schellinger! We spent a few minutes getting to know each other before boarding the bus again. One more fill of fuel and we were ready for the crossing.

The process was pleasantly simple. The officials asked us about the registration of the bus and then waved us through. That was it! The hardest part was changing our watches because Mexico does not do Daylight Savings Time. We are officially now on Mexican time...

Jon Diller expertly drove the bus through the narrow streets. He quickly noted that there were more road hazzards in Mexico and people drove a little differently. Fortunately the roads were mostly clear so we arrived in La Gloria quickly. Climbing up the hill to Debora's House we noticed a late night Taco stand with enticing smells but pressed on. It was a tight fit but Jon got the bus into the parking lot.

The next hour was spent settling on our sleeping arrangements, unpacking the bus and getting to know where things were located. It was a surprise to learn that the local plumbing system does not handle toilet paper well so Ray Schellinger had to conduct a brief seminar on the protocol. And showers are very short with a posible, hint of a prayer of warm water.

But before we could settle down we had one thing we had to do. The enticement of those tacos were too much to resist, so under Ray's guidance the group went around the corner and feasted. Yummy, drippy tacos!

The first phase is finished. We have all arrived safely. Our travel was so much easier because so many of you sent us off with tangible acts of love.

Jackie, your cookies were fabulous and this bus drive consumed more than my fair share!

Sharla, the oranges made it passed the California inspectors (yes, we showed 'em to them) and have been great snacks.

Jan, the sandwiches were a great idea! We were able to eat as we drove, like a picknic on wheels.

I am sure many more of you gave gifts that I have failed to mention. Tomorrow we will unload the bus and present to the people here at Debora's House the plethora of gifts you all sent down. We will try to post pictures of these gifts being given.

And we have felt your prayers. The travel has been wonderfully uneventful because you have prayed.

On Sunday we will have our first meal with the Shelter women. Then we will head out to church in another Tijuana neighborhood around 10am.

Think of us as we all worship our Lord and Savior. We will bring greetings from you to your Mexican brothers and sisters in the Lord. And thank you for your continue prayers.

Tim Moore