Happy New Year!

At the top of my list of things to do before January ends is: write an update. What better time than at 3am?

The beginning of January was rough for me. I said goodbye to my squad, and if I am being real with you readers… I slipped into a bit of a depression. The great news about January is that it is a month of new beginnings… and that is exactly what needed to happen. After my team left I needed to restart. Through a lot of prayer I have seen “the light” and have fully recovered from dark, gloomy, unproductive days.

I have started working part time at the Bear Mill. It’s the cutest stuffed animal store and I am so thankful and happy to have gotten such a wonderful job. God does provide! I am still on the lookout for more work, part time or maybe full time if it would work around hours. I know that God is in this and He is asking me to put out a huge effort.

I have been reading about my new squad members. I am SO excited to meet them at training in March. They sound so passionate and dedicated… and like a barrel of laughs. Training camp will be a great blog to read, I am sure of it!

As far as funds go… if pledges come in as previously scheduled… I should be 4 thousand away from my total goal of $13,800. I want to give a huge thank you to all my supporters! I am truly humbled by your giving. If you have ANY question as to where to send your pledges or how to give online please ask.

I can feel a new energy and a great excitement for what I know will be an amazing 20 weeks before I leave. Again, thank you for all your prayers and support!

Much Love!