We’ve reached the halfway mark of this journey!! El Salvador seems so long ago, but in reality, it’s only been 5 months! We’ve learned so much and have been stretched in so many ways!
The last few weeks, however, were rough. Really rough. I was homesick to the extreme. I missed my family. I missed loving on the nieces and nephews. I missed doing the best job in the world. I miss amazing coworkers, evening get-togethers and sporadic adventures.
I felt defeated. I worried about life after the Race. I worried about what God is calling me to next–and my mind always went to things that I wouldn’t enjoy (which isn’t like me at all).
Choosing to be joyful everyday was the only strength I seemed to have.
I struggled to sleep at night. I felt restless most days; my afternoon activity usually involved crying.
My team knew I wasn’t doing well, but nobody knew how to support me.
Life was a struggle. But God revealed the answer: “You haven’t put on your Spiritual armour in awhile. You are in a country filled with spiritual warfare, and you haven’t protected yourself.”
Yep. I was attacked. This has been one of the most mentally- and emotionally-exhausting months so far. But I’m choosing joy! I’m choosing to keep my focus on life here and now.
I’m grateful for all the messages and phone calls from my friends and family back home–it’a been rejuvenating to hear from them, and I’m grateful for all the support!!
