One of the Warmest Greetings

It’s always nice to be welcomed to a new place.  But last Thursday
night we got a tremendous welcome to Xi’an by XL’s parents.  They had
spent time in Chicago caring for XL’s daughter until Grandma was
discovered with cancer.  Because they had no insurance in the U.S.,
the only choice they had was to go back for treatment in China.  She
had an operation to remove the tumor which was followed by chemo and
radiation treatments.  It was a very difficult time. The good news is
that she has been cancer-free for two years!  She really looks good!
Grandma knows our church family in Chicago prayed for her and cared
for XL and her daughter.  So she lavished her gratitude on us!  The
smile on her face when we first saw her was worth the whole trip!  She
and her husband are delightful people even though they have their
health challenges.  We had several lovely meals with them.  It was a
joy to spend time with such humble people on this sabbatical journey.