Mary Letter Day Twenty-Eight

1 Sing to the Lord a new song, 

for he has done marvelous things. 

2 With his right hand and his holy arm

has he won for himself the victory.

3 The Lord has made known his victory;

his righteousness has he openly shown

in the sight of the nations. 

4 He remembers his mercy and 

faithfulness to the house of Israel,

and all the ends of the earth 

have seen the victory of our God. 

5 Shout with joy to the Lord, all you lands;

lift up your voice, rejoice, and sing.

6 Sing to the Lord with the harp, 

with the harp and the voice of song. 

7 With trumpets and the sound of the horn 

shout with joy before the King, the Lord. 

8 Let the sea make a noise and all that is in it,

 the lands and those who dwell therein.

9 Let the rivers clap their hands, 

and let the hills ring out 

with joy before the Lord, 

when he comes to judge the earth. 

10 In righteousness shall he judge the world

and the peoples with equity. Psalm 98

Dear Mama and Papa,

There is some good news today. We truly believe that Joseph's dealings with the occupying offices will be done today! I guess all governments make this work complicated. It seems for no reason, but the Romans are particularly good at extracting every ounce of patience and good nature from us. The city is less crowded but still too noisy and smelly for me! I am so looking forward to heading home and showing off this little bundle of joy. He gets bigger are more aware every day. Some moments it seems as if he is singing, his cooing and noises are sweet and lyrical. Oh, how happy we will all be when we are together once again.

The illness is now well behind me and I feel strong and ready to travel. Rachel, our landlady has been watching our boy so I can walk a bit to regain my strength and get muscles back. For the challenges we have faced, we have always been blessed with people who are angel-like in their willingness to help us. I don't know how to repay Rachel and all the others who have come to our aid. My heart is full of gratitude, although I wish I had more than that to give them. Our supplies and money is nearly gone, but we have been careful and there is enough to get us home. Please pray for our safe travel.

All my love,

Mary