Lots of Gratitude from Berkeley

I am so blessed with many who are offering gifts and work my way to assist with my trip to Turkey.  In the past few weeks I have been teaching here and there, taking odd jobs, and being surprised with gifts from many wonderful people.  The short list:

• Fairfax Community UCC: I taught a wonderful group of adult learners, and was so impressed with their insights, questions and conversation around the creation of the New Testament.  
• Queen Scanner: I had a two day job scanning about 15 boxes worth of files.
• On this Sunday, I will play harp and violin combo for the third time at the contemplative service at FCC Oakland, a delightful, historical church just north of downtown Oakland.

In the meantime, gifts from people like Brandy, Ann, and Juliet have been a delightful surprise, and I am so touched by everyone's generosity.  At the least---a postcard is coming your way!  At the most---my prayerful thanks.