Tuesday morning I took my parents to the airport. They're on their way to Tchad. (That's in Africa if anyone's wondering) This in and of itself isn't that strange. They work with missionaries and travel all over the world. They go to Peru for a month every year, spend time in Papua New Guinea regularly, travel to Japan and Taiwan, stay with people in Poland and Albania. Then there's Ecuador, Bangladesh, Madagascar, Cameroon, and a couple other countries that I can't talk about here.
So, taking my parents to the airport (and picking them up from them) is pretty normal for me. I could probably drive to the airport in my sleep.
Back to my point... they're going to be in Tchad for the next two weeks. Normally I don't really worry about them when they're gone. They know how to be safe, they're careful. What has me a little more nervous than normal right now is that Tchad is a very heavily Muslim country. I'm not concerned about anyone bombing them. Its a very poor country, there's nothing there, no reason to bomb them. What I am worried about is that if something happens with Iraq and Muslims in general get all pissed off at Americans... What if the nationals in Tchad get upset? There's no money for things like guns or bombs, but there's nothing to prevent people from picking up sticks and rocks.
I keep telling myself that everything will be OK, but I'm still more nervous than normal. So I would appreciate any prayers, mojo, or just good thoughts that anyone can send their way.
Thank You
Comments (6)
You know what's weird? I have a friend named Tchad. They actually named him after Tchad in Africa. Since it's so unusual, we usually pronounce the T when we refer to him: "Tee-chad."
Also, I just prayed for your parents and any of the other Americans and missionaries. I hope it helps. :)
Posted by Laura | March 6, 2003 1:57 PM
Posted on March 6, 2003 13:57
Thank you!
It was odd seeing your name there. My real name is Laura, just on-line I'm Sunidesus. Kinda strange to see my own name (kinda) in my comments.
Posted by Sunidesus | March 6, 2003 3:02 PM
Posted on March 6, 2003 15:02
Lots of mojo, good vibes, good karma, The Power of The Truth, Mulder's lucky boxers, and of course prayers to your parental units. :) We'll put a call in to Bush and tell him to hold off for 2 weeks just in case. ;)
Seriously though, my thoughts are with them. C-ya Monday! ;)
Posted by Synergy | March 6, 2003 3:16 PM
Posted on March 6, 2003 15:16
What a wonderful thing that your parents are doing. I am sending my good vibes to you to ease your worries and for them, that they are able to complete their good works.
Posted by LillyAnne | March 6, 2003 4:53 PM
Posted on March 6, 2003 16:53
Thank you Everyone!!!
Posted by Sunidesus | March 6, 2003 6:44 PM
Posted on March 6, 2003 18:44
Definitely wishing them a safe journey to, during and from! And much peace of mind for you back home...
Posted by robyn | March 6, 2003 9:21 PM
Posted on March 6, 2003 21:21