Ok this is harder than I thought. I've never had to say goodbye to someone for a whole year before. This isn't going on my fun times list that's for sure. Every time I think about saying goodbye I start to choke up. I already feel bad whoever has to sit next to me on the plane on my way to Washington DC! I'm going to be crying the whole way there and they are going to have to listen to me.
Even though this is hard I'm really really excited for about what's to come! I know what I'm about to do will carry with me throughout the rest of my life. I'm so thankful that I I was able to make it this far. I can't thank my parents enough for doing everything they can for me to be able to go on this trip. I know there are many people making lots of sacrifices for me. Thank You! I still need $6,500 more to be fully funded but I'm not worried about it. I know God will provide exactly when I need it most.
On January 8th I will be leaving for Huataraco, Ecuador to work with the community and doing construction! Even though I'm sad about leaving my friends and family I'm excited to have a new family and friends! I know I won't be able to save the world but I know I might be able to save just one lost girl and that enough for me to leave all that I love behind.
alyssa
