I can’t believe Training Camp is over. What a whirlwind of emotions, cold sleepless nights, intense worship, magical memories, dance parties and so much more. I can’t even explain it all because I am still processing it. But I can say that I am so excited to do life with this group of wonderful people.
I never thought 10 days could change so much of my life. I didn’t think it was possible for 45 strangers to become family. At first, I didn’t think I could survive camping for 10 nights in 35 degree weather with a 55 degree sleeping bag and 6 layers of clothes. I didn’t think I would cry every day, but cry in a good way. I didn’t think I would be the only one to use the bucket shower every day! Cheers to that. I didn’t think I would be okay with not using a sink,toilet and soap for 10 days, but I was okay. Eventually the red Georgia dirt was just everywhere, and I didn’t mind rolling around in it. I didn’t think I would love having my phone off for almost all of the 10 days. Okay, just kidding, I LOVED that part. I didn’t think I would want to share my story with so many people so fast. But it was freeing to be worthy, shameless, vulnerable and open. I didn’t expect to be so blown away by everyone I met. I didn’t expect God to move so fast and fiercely through our group. But He did, and it was amazing.
The vulnerability and openness I experienced was unlike anything I’ve ever been through before. To have a group of people love and accept you after just a few days is amazing. There are so many tender hearts, kind souls and adventuresome spirits within my squad. I can’t wait to continue getting to know them. But more importantly, God revealed himself as my true provider. He provided some new amazing friends, He provided me with an awesome team and squad. He has also provided for me emotionally, financially and physically. I wouldn’t have been able to do this without El Elyon’s strength. Praise the Lord! I am blessed.
But for now I need to rest up, and continue processing. I also need to continue to raise funds. While at camp I received an email stating I was almost 75% funded. Praise the Lord for my anonymous donors!! You are all amazing! I have less than $5000 left to raise and with everyone’s generosity my goal of being fully funded by Christmas is truly becoming a reality. I praise the Lord for being my provider in this mission. There is no way I could have done it myself.
2 months and counting until launch. 🙂 Bring it on!!
Without further ado, here is my team and my squad!
