We are spending our last days here in Cambodia, and it’s only just becoming real. I can’t begin to describe the impact this last month has had on me. I don’t think I truly realize it yet myself. I still haven’t fully processed all that has happened during our time here. Partnering with NHO has been life-changing. I have fallen in love with the kids here more than l ever thought I would. There are no words to describe the joy they bring everywhere they go. The little ones are energetic and the teenagers are just like any others, trying to figure out who they are.
I can’t say it has been easy. If I’m being truly honest, I can say that I will not miss bucket showers or squatty potties. I definitely will not miss having to sleep inside a mosquito net fortress. Despite these things, I am already wondering when I can come back. Giving up western comforts really feels like no sacrifice when it comes to all that our team has got to experience here.
I am so grateful to have served alongside our hosts Vandy and Tevy. They love these children as their own, and go out of their way for them. Courtney, who is on staff here, has served us in so many ways. I know our whole team is grateful to him. His connections with the children are so special to witness. Working with all of them has taught me so much. I am also so thankful to be on a team of such incredible woman. I really couldn’t ask for a better group of people to walk out this journey with.
As we step in to Thailand this coming week, I am praying God quiets my heart so that I can truly process all he has wanted me to learn this past month. I know they are lessons I will take with me into the rest of my life.
