June 5th - Charleston, SC

​We met Hank's oldest brother Douglas' family at their church, Calvary Chapel, which was the friendliest church we have ever visited. There must have been a half- dozen people that greeted us and made us feel welcome. We heard a great message, too, from John 5:1-15. Jesus can make you well, but it's up to you to stay well. Douglas' daughter, Becky, had chosen this church after an invitation by a friend to attend a women's retreat. 

Afterwards we enjoyed a delicious homemade lunch of pork chops, green beans and potatoes, prepared German style by Douglas' Berlin-born wife, Karen. We enjoyed a great visit in their cozy Summerville home, sharing many old and new stories. Karen made some iced coffees that were the equal to any Starbucks offering. It had been almost 25 years since Hank's last visit to Summerville and more than 10 since he had seen Douglas, Karen and Becky at a family reunion, so this was a very special day for him.