Well, I'm just barely over two weeks from my departure date!
I'd like to send out a big thank you to everyone for the prayers, support, and encouragement -- It's been really touching to know that all of you have really helped me along with this crazy venture of mine.
So I started this blog pretty much for the sole purpose of keeping in touch while I'm there. Thankfully I will have internet access, but they would like us to keep whatever we do online fairly simple as their access can be a little finicky. So unfortunately this means no pictures while I'm there, but I'll definitely load them as soon as I can when I get back.
Right now, I'd really appreciate prayers for good health (getting over my second cold in the last 3-4 weeks), safe travels, and an ability to pack wisely! (I'm trying to take some much-needed supplies when I go).
I'm definitely excited at this point to see what God has in store for me there, but I'm definitely nervous because I know I'll be challenged -- in ways I can predict (medical knowledge with diseases I just don't see in the US) and ones I won't even see coming...
I'm not terrific at blogging, but I'll try to be good while I'm there so I can keep you all in touch.
Again, thanks a ton for your support and encouragement and please keep the prayers comin'!
Anne, Phil & I are very excited about your trip. It's Tenwek right? How long will you be there? We love you and are praying for you.
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ReplyDeleteWe are so excited for you and look forward to hearing what God shows you on this trip.
I don't remember how long you will be gone though. I'm sending out an email for an SIU reunion this summer in May if you can make it but I think you were going to be gone longer than that. Anyway I don't have your email address. Let me know and we look forward to hearing more.
God's Peace,
phil and Stephanie