Greetings Reader,
The week leading up to launch was a hard one. Most of my squad mates that I had met at training camp had already quit their job, bought everything they needed, and had nothing much to do except wait for this week to get here. Well I am a huge procrastinator, still had my job, and did not have everything my needed. This week was hectic.
Like most racers I needed the essentials,
– My sleep system (sleeping bag, sleeping pad, tent, blanket, pillow, toiletries)
– Clothes
– Electronics
– & Comfort item/s
Not that many things… but trying to fit your life in two small packs without forgetting anything (which I did) is harder than it might look. It took an act of God for my packs to zip up. I know down the line I might not need everything, but as of right now I wish I had more room.
Saying goodbye to all your family and friends is another part of being a racer. Usually I’m not a crier and I haven’t really been as I’ve said my goodbyes, but knowing that the most important people in my life are living a year without me is a lot to process. I love my family, friends, and community. I never ever wanted to leave that behind, but sometimes change has to happen in order for change to happen. I’m ready for God to change me in whatever way he sees fit. With that in mind I let them go… but I have no doubt that once I’m in India the tears will begin.
So while here in Atlanta my squad and I have met back up and have three more days of training before hopping onto a plane. The friends that I have made here are absolutely wonderful and walk with the Lord in such a way that I am in awe of them. Never in my life have I’ve gotten a chance to befriend and go deep with so many people. The community and support here makes leaving my life behind a little easier.
Here are training we learned that during the race there are several different ways that we will be ministering. Worship, public speaking, teaching English, spending time with special need kids, anti-sex trafficking, and door to door evangelism. This list looks daunting and there are few on here that I’m not to gung ho about, but I know that I shouldn’t put limits on God or this trip. As they say at training ‘Just do the thing.” Do the thing that God is calling you to do. Let the walls of expectations fall. My squad and I are willing so here we go.
Thank you everyone who made it possible for me to go to the nations. Your sacrifice will never go unnoticed.
With Gratitude,
Kirbie Head, World Racer
