I owe my parents -- both of them -- more than I could ever explain. I wish I was a better woman so you could more accurately acertain what amazing people they are. I am a product of their constant … Read more about One For My Dad
Shivering in Africa
Welcome to Lesotho, a tiny country landlocked by South Africa. It's primarily mountains so guess what -- it's not the hot Africa I had prepared for! It actually gets pretty chilly here & my … Read more about Shivering in Africa
Zambian Favorites
I love Zambia. This country has been strangely enchanting -- definitely among my favorite months. Here are some of my favorite things so you can kind of get a feel for what has been so … Read more about Zambian Favorites
Skirts for Souls
Iiiiiiiiiiiiit's Africa!! I finally made it to this amazing continent & I am so so happy :D It's pretty much as you may have imagined -- hot & dusty with women carrying heavy loads on their … Read more about Skirts for Souls
Don’t Make Me Go: Part II
God is the coolest. If you don't know Him or if you've grown up thinking that He's just super serious & all He cares about is whether or not we do what's right, than let me introduce you to … Read more about Don’t Make Me Go: Part II
Momma in the House!!
Guess what!! My Momma came to see me in Romania!! That's right -- after being on the Race for 8 months, I finally got to see my Mom. She flew to Romania & we met up for our last full week of … Read more about Momma in the House!!
Hands Wide Open: 17 Hours on the Mountain
"Alright, about 2 hours left now." I nodded at Cristi's words & tried to swallow but my mouth was dry & it hurt my throat. With a deep breath I reached up to turn on my headlamp only to find … Read more about Hands Wide Open: 17 Hours on the Mountain
Cancer, Kidnapping, World Changing: Florina
I watched her pick up a baby & gently rock it to sleep. How could it be that 10 years ago she had been the vulnerable one -- hidden away & uncertain if she would even have a future? The … Read more about Cancer, Kidnapping, World Changing: Florina
Don’t Make Me Go: Part I
Before this month, the only images that the word "Romania" ever brought to mind were of Dracula & of gypsies with crystal balls. **Please forgive my ignorance, awesome Romanian people -- I know so … Read more about Don’t Make Me Go: Part I
