Ain't no mountain high enough

Thought I would write a quick update while internet is readily accessible at the synod office. By readily accessible I mean that I waited for this page to load for 45 minutes. So, I hope you all appreciate this. haha. Things are going great in Buea so far. Having Shirley here has been such a blessing. My normal daily routine is waking up at 6:15, showering (I am actually starting to enjoy my bucket showers, makes the mornings a little more interesting), attending a brief worship service at the Synod office, working, making dinner and having "orientation" (long, intelligent, wonderful chats) with Shirley. Working consists of me meeting everyone and starting to plan the program I am going to be implementing in Kumba. I'm excited, but getting really nervous. It's kind of a big deal planning a program, but I think I can handle it. It's only the beginning.

Buea is really, really beautiful and actually really cold! I have been wearing a sweater and a scarf everyday since getting here. I'm told to enjoy it now because the weather is much hotter in Kumba. I wake up every morning to Mt. Cameroon which is absolutely gorgeous. Unfortunately, a camera just can't capture it, so it looks like you will have to come visit if you want to see this beautiful place. I attended my first Cameroonian church service yesterday at Shirley's home congregation. It was great, an incredible mix of liturgy and African traditions. Very cool. I was introduced as a guest and then everyone sang this welcome song to me and the other guests who were present. The verses were something like:

"We welcome you in the name of the Lord."
"We thank you in the name of the Lord."
"We love you in the name of the Lord."

I definitely felt welcome after that. Church was extremely energetic and it was really special to see so many people excited about worship. Ohhh, the food has been good so far. Shirley is trying to let me get use to it slowly. So, I have been eating home made yogurt that Shirley makes, spaghetti, chicken and chips (fries), and other delicious foods. Haven't been sick once which is a good sign. We are making homemade pizza tonight. Did I mention that I love her? I should probably be on my way because Shirley actually has some work to do and I am using the internet cord.

Oh by the way, I have decided to make the title of each of my posts either lyrics or the title of a song. Here is my little challenge to entice you to come back and read my updates. If you can give me the name of the singer/band of every post title I will give you $100. PSYCH. I will be really impressed though. These first three were easy so get ready. And another side note, the first time I heard "Ain't no mountain high enough" I was watching my mom work out to Richard Simmons' aerobics tape in our living room. Hilarious. I love you all and can't wait to hear from you!