BIG update!
So much has happened in these past couple days that I’ve been in Panama, I need to catch y’all up! We’ve been very busy working up in a tribe mostly everyday since we’ve been here. That has been absolutely amazing. I’ve been connecting with a few of the gals on my team too which has been awesome! Our hosts are great and huge blessings and I’m so glad I’ve had the opportunity to get to know them and serve alongside them. I won’t forget the amazing times I’ve had here in Panama.
Now for the big update! A couple of nights ago, I woke up bleeding and had no clue why. Imminently I knew something was wrong. I knew it wasn’t menstrual or anything related, so I was worried. I then went to the bathroom and felt very bad pain in my lower back area. I then discovered a cyst or something or the sorts. I called my mom and told her everything. She told my dad and we all decided together that I shouldn’t see a doctor here, and that I need to see a doctor in the states. The issue was too personal to go to doctor that likely doesn’t speak English, and in an environment that is uncomfortable and likely scary for the issue. With this all being said, I’m leaving on a plane Sunday morning at 9a and will be home that night! From there, I’ll see a doctor and get things figured out. In the meantime, thank you for your prayers! Since this decision, I’ve had all night and today to reflect, go through memories, and gain excitement about seeing my family and church family once again. The world race has been an experience of a life time. I got to take 2.5 months out of my life to serve God and to pour into the people of Central America. This has been such a blessing and the things I’ve learned, seen, and experience, I would never trade. The relationships I’ve formed will last a lifetime and I’m so grateful for that!!! With all the ups, there has definitely been downs too. I just read through my week 2 blog and I remembered all the feelings of sadness, weakness, and mournfulness I had. And believe me, that day wasn’t the only hard day I’ve had while been here. I’ve been through absolute thick and thin! But again, I would never trade that for anything. I feel very at peace with going home. God has assured me that I’ve done everything he has wanted me to complete during my time here in CA and that this is part of the best plan for me. I’m so excited to be home, with my family, and back in the comfort of church! To my team, leaders, and the WR, you have changed my worldview, mindset, and helped stretch me byline measure. Thank you for everything you’ve done. To everyone at home, thank you for your never-ending support, prayers, words of encouragement, and phone calls. Without you, this would never have been possible. From the bottom of my heart, thank you! This next chapter of life will be crazy, but I’m excited! This is seriously only the beginning.
