It's a very small, big world.

I just got back from a great trip to Germany for work. It reminded me (as if I'd forgotten!) how much I/we love to travel. The next time I go - I have promised myself I will take an extra weekend or so and see a country I haven't yet seen, even if it means staying in a hostile to save money. (Wait a minute, that's crazy talk! I'll just find a quiet, reasonably-priced hotel :). ) I only wish we had offices in Thailand, Vietnam and Kathmandu!

This is likely one of the reasons we feel so passionate about International adoption. We love to see the different ways people live, celebrate, pray, eat, and spend their time. And we love to bring different customs, rituals and cultures into our lives. It's a big world - but a lot smaller than we sometimes think and act.

I was reminded of this quote, which I shamelessly stole from my friend Bridget:
If you reject the food, ignore the customs, fear the religion, and avoid the people, you might better stay home. -James Michener