As we approach our final support-raising deadline (April 1), I have two strong tugs on my heart.
The first is just to say thank you. Thank you to everyone who heard my excitement and passion about this adventure last July and opened up your hearts — and your wallets — to me. I literally could not be here without you. Thank you so much especially to those who have been supporting me monthly all the way through. Mom, Dad, Aunt Anne and Uncle Tony, Nana, Shawn, Seth, Nick, Gary, Justin and the Weibleys and the Pearsons — you each are incredible blessings in my life. And thank you to everyone who is has been following my journey and keeping up with me. It feels nice to be missed.
The second tug is to ask of anyone who is reading this right now to consider supporting four of my teammates who still lack the funds to meet the final deadline. If you have some extra money — or even if you're strapped for cash — please give to them with a cheerful heart. I have no doubt that the Lord will see your good deed and bless your faithfulness.
Below is a little bit about each person. Click on their names to go to their specific support websites. If any one of them went home, my race would never be the same.
Rachel has been an amazing servant for our team. She handles all of our finances — which mainly entails finding money (and credit cards) when I lose them. We'd be broke without her, and she will be broke without your help! In all seriousness, everyone on the team benefits from Rachel's presence. She's calm in all situations, especially when people are sick or in need of care (it's the nanny in her), and she desires to see growth in those around her and herself. Plus, I'm in her profile picture!
Courtney is an incredible woman. She has been a huge blessing particularly to me. She's an encourager — always buying gifts and writing notes and speaking good words to those around her. She's thoughtful and caring and is an incredibly hard worker who has a heart of service. God is doing beautiful things in her heart right now She doesn't like asking for help, so I'm asking for her. Please support her.
Mickey is a man of God. He walks in courage and strength, and he is a safeguard for especially the women on our team. He is a brother to Nate and me ("The Toolbox"), and he is a pursuer of every person on our team. He needs $96, but you could help him out by giving him more so that he can help out his family back home.
Thank you so much for supporting my family. Grace and peace!
