Lost in Transit?

Well, I'm half-way through the transfer to Mozambique. A delay leaving Toronto was countered by an accelerated flight to London. A brief stop in London with FH/UK for lunch has been a much needed break from airports!

Mozambique Situation Report

For a complete and current situation report on the cyclone/flooding emergencies in Mozambique, check out this UNICEF report.

For a press release from FHI about emergency response to the Zambezi flooding in Mozambique, click here. I have been asked to join the Relief Unit working in the Caia district to meet the needs of people displaced by the floods.

Meanwhile, in the southern Inhambane province, Cyclone Favio (a cyclone is similar to a hurricane) has ravaged the city of Vilankulos and left many in need.

This PDF map from the International Federation of the Red Cross/Red Crescent shows both areas in detail. If you can not see the map, click here to download Adobe Reader.

That's all I know for now, more when I get there! CS

Changing Over

Well, after much delay, I'm posting to the blog again. This is because a serious of events have unfolded, providing a measure of certainty to my life (although not all would agree ;0)

As follows:
1. No job for two months lead to frantic concern, followed by a new resolution.
2. The new resolution was to return to school if nothing came up, enrolling in a paramedic program.
3. The paramedic program starts April 30, at which point I take no further offers for employment.
4. I have four positive interactions, to discuss Africa, Asia, Ottawa and "somewhere" as possibilities, but nothing concrete.
5. I start the enrollment process for college.
6. I am contacted, confirmed and offered a position in 24 hours, effective immediately.

So, tomorrow I leave for Mozambique, on a 60 day contract with Food for the Hungry International (FHI), as a Relief Program Manager. The certainty comes from the fact that regards of the length of time in this or any further contract, I am looking forward to the opportunity, if unemployed again, to train as a paramedic.

The last few days have been a flurry of farewells, and last minute preparations. My apologies to those dear friends and relations with whom I have been unable to connect this week. My appreciation to all those who have assisted in the preparations, and have committed to support me with prayer and encouragement.

I am more prepared now, to make less future promises of postings, and just deliver with what's available. Please don't be afraid to remind me of any delinquencies. BTW, emailing me is more effective than posting a comment, if you want a personal response. It's actually difficult to reply to a comment, unless you log in, or I already have your address!!

Off to reserve my seats,

Chris