Getting sick is a reality of the World Race. It is just kinda part of the gig. We eat street food. We live around malarial mosquitos. We travel for days, jumping from continent to continent. We are sleep deprived and dehydrated. I have been pretty lucky thus far. I didn’t catch malaria or typhoid while in Africa. I thought I was in the clear. Little did I know, food poisoning would be served to me at 30,000 feet. As soon as we arrived to Cambodia, I was able to see a doctor who just told me to take some probiotics and drink water. Thanks, doc. You already know your girl packed a years worth of probiotics!
So as I am sitting in bed, my team is frolicking around Siem Reap. They are eating beautiful food and buying cute things from the market. I’m starting to get a little pissed at God for his timing. I want to go explore!! But, as always, he humbled me.
Here are all the blessings that he has given me along with my food poisoning:
- I have squadmates that insist on serving and praying for me. I had so many friends offering to carry my bags, finding places to sit with me, and handing me all the water I could drink.
- I somehow got to meet up with an old college roommate on my 24 Hr layover in Thailand. I mean, what are the odds?
- Quick customs lines. This is unheard of and obviously from the Lord.
- An oasis of a hostel. Think coffee, smoothies, a beautiful pool, laundry service, and AC!!
- A world race bestie that is willing to sacrifice her only night in Siem Reap to go to the clinic. Adriana is one of the biggest blessings of the year thus far.
- A squad leader that will ask all the questions your foggy mind can’t think of. Sylvia had me covered.
- Doctors with a sense of humor.
- A Tuk Tuk driver that is patient and kind. His nickname was Fish Man and I loved every minute.
- Our hostel has Dr Pepper. I repeat, people, DR PEPPER. (Don’t worry, Mom. I am drinking water first!)
- I have a little gecko in my room keeping me company. He squeaks every now and then to let me know he cares. I named him Gary.
- An unexpected, extra night in Siem Reap before heading to our floating village. I am able to get some much needed sleep before our canoe ride to ministry.
- I never realized I had an issue being served until I needed to be served. He always provides an opportunity for sanctification, y’all.
- I could keep going. I really could.
Thankfully, I am feeling a lot better. I will be ready to head into ministry this week with my team. No need to worry! The Lord is obviously taking care of me and blessing me abundantly! There’s Dr Pepper, people!!!
