The Operation, and Camp

Ok, here's the scoop. I'm going in for a somewhat minor operation the end of April. I have two rather large cysts in my abdomen that need to be removed. Unfortunately the cysts are so big that the surgery can't be done orthoscopically, so I will have a good-sized incision left behind and a kind of long recovery time. Supposedly, I'm supposed to be on complete bed rest for 5 or 6 days after the operation, then will need to limit my activities for 2 weeks after that. The thing that will be difficult for those 2 weeks is that I'm not supposed to walk very much (just around the house and stuff) and I can't take the busses because they're very bumpy. Well, walking and taking the bus are basically my two ways of transportation, so even though I'll be able to do regular activities like office work at the church, and working at the cafe, I'm not sure how I'll get there! Anyhow, I have lots of people who will take care of me here, and I live with a wonderful family who I know will be patient with me. Please pray for me as I go in for the operation, and I'll let you know the date when it's scheduled.

On a MUCH happier note, I'll be going to the city of Aguascalientes this week for the annual pastors' conference (or "church camp for adults" as I like to call it!) for leaders of the churches of our denomination in Mexico and hispanic churches in the USA. This was in QRO last year, so I was in the kitchen or helping with arrangements most of the time, I think I'll enjoy being a full-fledged participant this year! I'll be staying with a family from the local church in Aguas, and the church even provides all meals for free! The only cost is transportation to get to Aguas, and since the city is only about a 4 hour drive to the north of QRO, it's quite cheap for us! I'm looking forward to meeting new church leaders, catching up with those who I already know, and hearing reports about what the Lord is doing in other parts of Mexico, California, Texas, and Nevada.