A day of anxiety.......

It's Sunday morning. It is gloomy, drizzly and gray out today.

I was lying here in bed reading and I heard a familiar sound. It sounded like a shovel against the sidewalk...like a neighbor shoveling snow. I knew that couldn't be possible, so I got up with my camera to looked outside. Here is what I saw....a little lady pushing dirt into a pile with her broom and dust pan ..... cleaning up the street before the rain comes.

A birthday party I was invited to last evening. Crystal on the left, Jenni and the birthday girl - Courtney. It was Courtney's first birthday here in Morocco. She was missing home, so the party "theme" was America! We had hamburgers, attempted mac and cheese and french fries, angel food cake with maple syrup and fresh fruit. We had a lot of laughs and just a great time together! I have to say, I work with a GREAT bunch of teachers!!!

 

 

So why the day of anxiety you say? Well, for the past couple of weeks we have been getting messages from the US Embassy warning us of demonstrations that might take place, that may or may not turn violent.  Today and next Sunday are the times they anticipate the biggest crowds. Prayers for the next two Sundays would be very welcomed!!

Christian churches were closed today. Moroccans told us if anything does happen, it would be good to stay home and have plenty of food stocked up. (Kind of reminded me of a CO snowstorm about to happen....only this one could get violent.) So, like I said, it is gloomy outside. It just "feels" like something is unsettled or things are restless....  I am planning to stay in my cute little apartment all day ....but wondering what is happening in other parts of Morocco and the rest of Africa today.

Thank you friends and family for taking the time to read my blog (my thoughts) and for your concern and prayers. I love hearing from all of you. You have been so faithful with notes and comments.

Blessings to all on this Sunday of unrest.  love you, Jill