Still no final travel plans. Still haven't finished the room either. I'm beginning to feel like I'm painting the Sistine Chapel.

Now that we are almost to the end, it is much easier to reflect on the lessons we have learned over the last year. I think the most important lesson was the mercy of God. He has been merciful during our pity parties. He has been merciful during our expeditions down the wrong roads. He has been merciful to forgive us. We have received compassion, patience and mercy and are profoundly grateful.