Tachikawa, Japan

Since today was our last Sunday, it was somewhat sad. But there were many good things that went on today. Andrew and Missy were both ecstatic to see Mr. Hosokawa come to church for the first time. That was very encouraging to see. After church today, we said a few goodbyes to those who had to leave immediately, but everyone else stayed around for the Summer Worker Sayonara Party. There we had food, fellowship, and time to share, both the Japanese side and the American side. Our homestay families told short stories about us, and those who had been with us at other events shared too. We shared our treasured memories from the trip with them also. Some of the ladies of the church sang their song from Gospel Night. And we got put on stage to dance the "Ai Ai" song. If you are wondering what that is, Mr. Ootomo recorded both Gospel Night and the Sayonara Party on VHS. So we will have those memories in video when we return. After the meal, some people went home and others stayed with us for pictures, talking, and just plain fun. This went on almost until dinner time, and we enjoyed every moment of it.