Once upon a time Emily, Brooke, Daiva, Erinn and I decided to go on a little adventure. We were in the beautiful Philippines, surrounded by hundreds of islands, and we decided we would go on a … Read more about Storytime: The Philippines
Storytime: Ukraine
Sometimes I like to look at my journey from an outsider’s perspective. For example, I wonder how the kids in the endless schools my team visit feel when a bunch of foreigners pile in, … Read more about Storytime: Ukraine
Storytime: Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe was a month of firsts. One of those firsts was newspaper ministry! We had the opportunity to walk around a few communities passing out Christian newspapers to locals. As we walked, we got to … Read more about Storytime: Zimbabwe
Team Salty Pursuit
Our time in Zambia was special because the women of Dynamic Pursuit had the opportunity to partner with two of the ladies from Salty and Bright and a squad leader to form a super team!I would like to … Read more about Team Salty Pursuit
What to Pack: Tips From a Current Racer (Women Only!)
All right, ladies. I won’t claim this is the only packing list you’ll ever need but I’d like to share 11 of the things I’ve learned on the Race as far as packing goes. … Read more about What to Pack: Tips From a Current Racer (Women Only!)
Baptized in Africa
I got baptized in Malawi! A few people on my squad had been baptized in the ocean during month 4 debrief. It was AMAZING! Such a cool event to witness!For some reason, I held back, it just … Read more about Baptized in Africa
Pride and Prejudice and Me
“Not all of us can afford to be romantic... I'm twenty-seven years old, I've no money and no prospects. I'm already a burden to my parents and I'm frightened. So don't you judge me, Lizzy. Don't … Read more about Pride and Prejudice and Me
Spotlight: Bliz
Bliz is one of the people who surprised me most on my Squad. She brings maturity and wisdom to a team, but also a heck of a lot of silliness and joy. She has an amazing story of God’s … Read more about Spotlight: Bliz
Spotlight: Erinn
Erinn is one of my fantastic raised-up squad leaders. This girl is fearless. She has gone through a lot on this Race- including major surgery in Cambodia and being airlifted to South Africa because … Read more about Spotlight: Erinn
