Almost There...

It is crazy to think that this time next week I will be asleep, half-way around the world, in my home for the next 14 months. Time has literally flown--it seems like only yesterday my countdown was at 80 days and I was applying for a visa. Here I am now just days away (I leave Monday and arrive Tuesday) from embarking on this new and exciting journey! So many things excite me--seeing the faces of those sweet kids, reconnecting with friends, making new ones, and so many other things. I cannot wait to see what God has in store for me.

I sit here and think about all that has happened in the past few months to make this all possible, and I realize that without a doubt, that without God working through circumstances and the people in my life, Monday would not be happening. I am so thankful for each person in my life--the encouragement that has been given, the prayers that are being lifted up, the love that has been expressed in countless ways..I am unworthy. Plus, I have the worlds most amazing parents who support me completely in every decision I make and in every direction that God calls me---I am a blessed girl :)

I also want to say thank you to my sweet friends in South Africa---ever question I have had has been answered, every need has been met, you have all volunteered to help in whatever way possible---and I'm not even there yet. Please know how much your love and encouragement means to me as I begin this journey....I can't wait to see you all and begin building on old friendships and starting new ones!

So basically---thank you(I can't say that enough) to everyone who is reading this--every person in my life has played a part in this journey being possible. Thank you for loving me and supporting me--It is such a bittersweet moment--The excitement of seeing sweet friends and starting a new journey, coupled with the sadness of saying goodbye to my family and friends at home for 14 months.

I cannot wait to see all that the Lord is going to do! Thank you again for your prayers--I feel them right now :)