My journey to Uganda ended up being quite an adventure! Bad weather in New York forced my flight to wait on the tarmac for almost seven hours before taking off for Brussels. Of course, I then missed the connecting flight from Brussels to Entebbe. The best alternative option they could provide was to route me from Brussels to London, London to Johannesburg, and Johannesburg to Entebbe. The planned 24 hour trip therefore took more than 48 hours. My luggage has not yet followed suit. Due to a tracking error, it looks like it might be on its way to Tel Aviv!
Thankfully, I made the long trip with two women I met on the flight out of New York. One is coming to Uganda to teach English in an elementary school and the other to work in a medical clinic. It was so good to have companions on the journey.
When I finally checked into my hotel this evening, I was exhausted. But I was also very aware of the fact that my trip does not begin to compare to the months, and years, and even decades that refugees often spend trying to get to a safe place to rebuild their lives. How important it is for Christians to accompany refugees during their difficult travels along the refugee highway.
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2 comments:
Heidi,
So glad you are there safely! Can't wait to hear what God has in store for you.
Judi
I'm guessing, however, that most refugees wouldn't have checked their luggage, if they had any. Lack of extra clothing is something you will share with them for a time.
Hans
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