Hello Dad,
I am sorry. I am sorry that I can't tell you I'll be home in a few months or that I will be in grad school in the fall and I am sorry that I don't always make the decisions you would like me to. . . I know we promised not to speak about any trips I may end up going on in the future but I can't help but to want to tell you. While I am not the typical daughter you may have thought you had raised I hope that someday thats alright with you.
Soon I will be venturing off onto a big trip that will make you cringe and run high with anger but this is where I belong. I will spend a few months venturing through other countries seeking God's justice in the face of darkness. But you may be happy to know that part of my ministry/trip will be in the United States as well.. which is something you always said I should think about.
I know there is no way to put into words why I feel called to this other than telling you that Jesus really has called me by name to this path. The only way to really understand my heart is to let Jesus show you himself. So while I am gone I hope that you will seek the answers you want. Even if it is only out of anger thats okay. If you ask for answers you will recieve them. It may not be instant but I can promise my life on his word and he will answer you if you let him in.
Don't be angry at anyone but me. I know I have chosen something you told me not to. But I will be safe and I will be smart. I love you Dad. I want to make you proud… but Jesus comes first. I hope that someday my actions are pleasing to both of you. Take care of mom and the girls. I love you a lot. I miss you. I'll be home soon I promise 🙂 or maybe I'll save up to fly you here.
-hailey
