Well, we made the ride into the valley of the Batlokoa, the team from FBC Perryton, TX did an excellent job of putting on a one day VBS.  Lots of people were there, and the adults sat down and listened just like the kids.  I believe the kids behave better here than back in the U.S.  We got somewhat of a late start as the horses did not arrive when they were supposed to arrive.  We were a couple of hours behind schedule, but the team from Perryton displayed their flexibility by  gathering a crowd at Phokheng where we were to meet the horses.  All in all, a great day!  Only a couple of minor mishaps with no serious injuries, other than pride and a few sore saddle-toppers.  One horse did fall, and mine  and Teresa’s almost fell, but as I said, no major injuries.  We had a couple of “equipment failures,” too, but again, no major injuries.  When we got ready to leave, my saddle slid over to the side of my horse, but we got it straightened out.  Broken stirrups and straps are just part of the excitement!  We were served a tradtional Basotho meal when we arrived back at Morena Sekoenla’s (the chief), complete with goat.  Teresa claims she got the trachea.  I got something else.  I couldn’t really identify what it was, but I know it came from a goat.  Inside, outside, I’m not sure, but it wasn’t bad!

Our girls are naturals on the horses.  They got their switches and were whacking those Basotho ponies just like they were born to ride them!  They can’t wait to ride into the mountains again, although they are a little sore.  The team from Perrton is in another village today, 2 villages tomorrow, and 2 more on Sunday.  They leave on Monday.  It has been fun to get to know them just a little.  We look forward to being in Mokhotlong and having teams serve beside us.

Until ALL have heard, Jim