I thought that I'd explain the reasons for creating a blog for my epic adventure - I want to make it absolutely clear that in no way is it about me in the sense that I want it to appear that I'm doing something wonderful for humanity (although Saint Dave does have rather a nice ring to it).I stand in awe of people like Sarah and the people who work sacrificially with her and the thousands of others who are in similar positions - people who devote the whole or large parts of their lives to helping others and personally I feel somewhat guilty that my life has been more self-centred in its 'normality'. It's easy to send money occasionally to help - but these people live the life and 'walk the walk' and I feel privileged to be allowed to walk in the footsteps of some of these Giants.

Hopefully through reading these entries, it will raise the profile of the work of Sarah's Covenant Homes, India (http://www.schindia.com) and maybe even prompt some of you to pray for them and occasionally offer some practical support.

I intend in my next entry to relate the trials and tribulations of this geriatric's attempts to prepare the way for the trip - which certainly wasn't easy or straightforward.
Meanwhile, I've been practicing for when I arrive in India - I was sick 4 times and had Diahorrea on Christmas Day although it was a 5 minute wonder - a sort of sprint rather than a marathon - but from all of the warnings I've been given, it seemed like a worthwhile exercise..