Going..

Tomorrow, Rob (my eldest son aged 18) sets off for the French Alps for 5 months. It's going to be a totally new experience for him and over the past month, since he got the job, he's been really excited. Yesterday he became quieter. The nerves are beginning to kick in. All the worries and doubts are beginning to surface.

I'm really excited for him! It's a new challenge in his life. A time to learn new skills, meet loads of new people, gain some independance.

He's going to be working as a chalet chef, catering for around 14 guests. He'll be responsible for breakfast and evening meals, even having to shop for the produce. Although there is a menu of what to cook, it's up to him to present it well and produce the food to a high standard. Rob, in the kitchen, is a marvel! It's a natural talent he possesses. Sadly in the past he has failed in his jobs because he gets incredibly nervous when people are standing around watching him. He's convinced they are passing judgement! Now he'll be working independantly he will be able to do what he does best - cook and present food which delights the eye first and then the palette!

Tomorrow I'm driving him down to Dover, so I need prayer for good weather! Rob needs prayer too, he's a very long way from God but I really believe these few months will bring him into contact with other Christians. I pray that they will hear God speak and chat openly to Rob about their faith. This is going to be a time of blessing for him!

All his family will miss him, but knowing he is in God's care gives me peace!