The definition of Armadillo "burrowing chiefly nocturnal mammal with body covered with strong horny plates."
Brandon caught one of these burrowing nocturnal mammals Saturday night.

This has been a challenging week. I have learnt a lot. I have a whole new appreciation for what fire fighters work through.

The first week has been Basic Safety Training.
Objectives:
1. Practice safe behavior onboard ship.
2. Respond appropriately and effectively to emergencies onboard ship.
3. Demonstrate an awareness of unique features of ship living pertaining to safety.
4. Practice safety techniques in fire fighting strategies and water survival strategies.
5. Demonstrate competence in using safety gear and equipment.
6. Demonstrate a basic knowledge of CPR and Fist Aid.
THIS IS OUR CLASS IN FIRE FIGHTING GEAR
See me?

On January 8, 2010 arrived in Texas at the Mercy Ships main campus, to attend Gateway Program described as "missionary training." Specifically stated "Our purpose is educate, equip, and empower future staff and crew of Mercy Ships." There is a farm here with cows, chickens, sheep and rabbits.

Ganiyou recovered so well under the care of the Africa Mercy nursing staff that no skin graft surgery was necessary. Another positive outcome was that no burn contractures developed.
Ganiyou has made a remarkable recovery. He believes that because he was happier onboard the ship than in the local hospital, his body was able to heal faster.

Though Ganiyou has lost his arms, he hopes that he can one day “do things normally again.” With the help of Mercy Ships and his new positive outlook on life, Ganiyou will no doubt achieve his dream.

FRIENDS : God has provided so many dear friends!
but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.

Hettie, Becky, Jane, Pamela,

One thing I ask of the LORD, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze upon the beauty of the LORD and to seek Him in His temple Psalm 27:4

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