How did you feel about fundraising?
Fundraising was definitely the most challenging part of the race for me. However, the Lord taught me a lot about faithfulness, trust, and identity through the process.
Would you do it again
After I’m finished with this year, I wouldn’t repeat the same thing, but I would definitely do international missions again.
What is your plan after you get home
I’m still deciding. Wherever God wants me is where I’ll go!
What was the craziest thing you ate on the race
Eye ball soup.
What’s the biggest lesson Gods taught you on the race
Faithfulness
When someone says worldrace what the first memory that pops into your head?
Tuk tuk rides in the Cambodian heat, and all my students here in Guatemala running up to me with big smiles.
What kind of stuff do you eat?
Lots of rice lots of beans.
What’s the craziest thing you’ve seen on the race?
My friends hand get bit my a piranha in a Cambodian river.
Do you have clean water?
Yes! We always have blue jugs of water to drink from
Where do you sleep?
Each place is different! Sometimes you’re sharing a room with 30 girls sometimes you get your own bed!
Have you had lice?
No, that I know of. Lol. PRAISE THE LORD.
What’s your favorite part of the race?
Teaching and loving on my sweet little students, and the amazing community
Would you recommend it?
YES
Is it hard to keep a relationship with people back at home?
No, I talk to my friends and family all the time. It’s like I never left!
Do you get homesick?
Not really, I have on a few occasions like holidays, and times when I’m thinking too much. In my head I make home seem like this magical far off land, but in reality I’m doing what I love right now!
Are you scared to be a year behind?
I was at first, but now I’m just so thankful for this opportunity. In the grand scheme of things a year isn’t long, and I’m glad I’m seeing the world and serving the Lord while I can.
If you could have brought one more thing from home what would it be?
A pair of flip flops.. and another pair of headphones.
Is it hard not speaking the same language as the people you minister to?
Sometimes. But God always makes a way. I’ve learned love have no language, and a smile and hug can do a multitude of things.
What does your Jesus time look like?
Right now I wake up at 6:30 to read scripture. I pray through out my day, and pray/ talk with a friend at night. I always love to worship and create art as a form of praise.
What has been the most challenging/rewarding part of the race?
The most challenging part was adapting to the lifestyle of being on the race. At first it was overwhelming living with 40 other people, sleeping on the floor, eating weird foods, and working the longest days ever. After time however I found all of those things to be the most rewarding and memorable part of my experience so far
How do you talk to people back at home?
I actually had an international plan I was unaware of. I switched to t Mobil before I left for the race, and found out they give unlimited international data. It’s been a huge help in communicating back at home. People who don’t have it though, either use my phone, or get wifi on the weekends. Everywhere we’ve been we’ve found wifi!
Have you gotten sick yet?
Oh yes. I’ve never really gotten sick a lot my whole life until I came on the race. I’ve had a lot of stomach issues here. I have weekly throw ups, but after it’s out I’m good.
Do you pay for food on off days?
Technically we’re not supposed to. However, it’s extremely hard to stay in a $3 a day food budget so yes I end up paying for food on the weekends.
Do a lot of places take USD?
Cambodia did, but I found it easier just to use the countries currency. Everywhere else has not accepted USD. If you’re looking to travel internationally I would purchase a Charles shawab card. This reimburses you for ATM fees at the end of the month. I’ve seen ATM fees as high as $8 in Thailand!
What is your skin care routine?
I just wash my face in the shower, and put on lotion.
Is it hard to workout?
It depends on the country, sometimes you’ll have late ministry and have to go inside early, but you can always do something like insanity. The girls do dancing videos and all kinds of fun things. I love to run, you just always have to have a buddy.
Is it hard to eat healthy?
Yes. You have set meals they’re never terrible for you, but I have to be paleo now so sometimes it’s a struggle. They’re always very good about working with my diet though.
On adventure days do you bring your own money to spend or does it come from what you raised?
You provide that money.
What kind of ministry have you done the most of?
Teaching English
What have you learned?
Wow. More than I could ever put into words. I’ve learned how to serve people and God. I’ve learned out to emerge into different cultures. I’ve learned how to be flexible. I’ve learned how to prioritize things, and be present. I’ve learned how to live in community. I’ve learn how to hand wash clothes on roof tops, and do chores for a whole squad. I learned what it looks like for me to live fully, boldly, and what my calling is.
Thanks for the questions guys! I’ll do one more before I head back to the states so if you have any questions feel free sending me them! Overall it’s been such an amazing year! Thanks for all the love and support xoxo
