mariusdeetlefs - Pink or Blue?

That has been the question for the last 23 weeks of our lives, and we finally have an answer.............The Dr. says it's going to be a GIRL! We are absolutely thrilled and can't wait to meet this new Deetlefs chick! Just 4 more months until we get to hold her. She is kicking and punching her mommy daily, and Marius even got to feel her strength the other day. So, so cool.........

Several of you have asked if you can mail things to Swaziland for the baby, and it's not really a good idea because of the postal theft rate here. The good news is I'm coming home on August 5th for 2 ½ weeks. So, if you would like to mail something or (if you're in GA) drop it by my parents – their home address is below. Just remember if you want to send clothing, the seasons are exactly opposite here – so her birth date should be around Nov. 16th, and that is our summer. Your coldest month is our hottest one, etc.

Johnny & Cheryl Stancil

896 S. Main St.

Jasper, GA 30143

I have the opportunity to send a few bags with an upcoming team who is coming to Swaziland, so my mom and I are even going to shop for a stroller while I'm home (because they are $400-$600 here!). Everything is more expensive because it's all imported – even diapers are twice as much. So, Target and Wal-Mart are calling my name when I get home.

I look forward to seeing you soon. If there is any way to come to the church in Marble Hill, GA or in Whitefish, MT – it would be a super way for you to see some pictures and hear some new stories of what we've been able to accomplish so far here in Swaziland. The numbers to call for directions and times of services are in our last blog. Please come see me.

Lots of love,

Jodi

........ Stay tuned for an upcoming blog from Marius about "A Man Named Enoch"........