It’s time. The World Race is really happening. I quit my job, packed up my bags, left Texas, and am about to get on a plane to Mozambique (Africa). Previously, whenever I got on planes to go somewhere, I never looked back. This time, however, when I look in my rear view mirror, there are people that I am leaving. So this is for you. Remember these things as I leave the country and as many times as you have to read this to remember, do.
Know that I love you
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I’m not going to cry in front of you. I know that this is hard. I am leaving, and you are being left. So I try to make it a little better by trying to cheer you up. My facebook posts, blogs, and pictures are going to show the adventure I am on. But know that I love you and I miss you and at some point I cried because leaving is hard. I haven’t had this before and so I’m handling the best I can. But I love you and am not forgetting about you.
I’m afraid, but I’m fearless
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There are many fears going on in my mind. Do I have enough clothes? Am I a good leader? Am I a good squad-mate? Am I listening to God when He speaks? How the heck am I going to raise funds while being on the other side of the world? Even with all of these fears and worries, I am fearless. To me, being fearless isn’t about not having fear, but it’s not letting fear dictate your actions and plans. It’s stepping out with knees shaking and knowing that you are going to do this, even if you feel unsure. That’s where I’m at. I am going, and I am giving it my all, and no fear is going to hinder this journey.
Please don’t forget me
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In my head, everyone is going to forget about me in three weeks. Especially since we won’t have wi-fi the first month. Your lives are busy, and I don’t want them to stop because I’m not around. Just remember me and think of me every so often.
Please hang out and check in on my family
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We love people. We love having people over and talking with them and doing things with them. My family is small, and I don’t want them to feel alone. Ask about my mom’s health. See how my brother is doing in school. Ask to go to a family movie night (there’s pizza) and just have dinner every so often with them. Love on my family since I can’t.
Pray for me
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I am going into a major battle for God. Our squad knew it at training camp, and we have already been fighting leading up to launch. So please pray for us. Pray for open doors and boldness. Pray for wisdom and safety. Pray for unity. Pray for growth. And please please please, pray for me and what God is doing in me.
Celebrate my mom’s birthday
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September 25th. My mom is turning 50. It’s a big birthday, and I’m bummed I have to miss it and can’t plan something great. So please, join forces and make her feel special because she has worked hard all of her life and deserves to be honored and valued and loved. Her favorite color is purple, she loves candles, and she enjoys being with people.
Please read and comment on my blogs
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Writing has always been something I’ve enjoyed but hidden. I’ve always put it on the back-burner since it’s never played a major part in my life. But now, with the blog, I’m able to spend time processing and sharing my perspective of life and this crazy journey I’m going on. So join in and read my blogs and comment. I won’t have many forms to hear from you so comments are a way for us to communicate.
So whether we are ready or not, I am getting on a plane and am not coming back until the end of the year. It’s scary and exhilarating and exactly what God called me to do. And because you are in my life, He called you to it too. Don’t miss out on what He has planned for you. I love you and will see you in 11 months.
