It was almost a year ago to this day that I thought my world had fallen apart. Everything that I had worked towards while living in California had crumbled around me in a matter of a week or two. I had been so confused and felt lost, not knowing what to do or where to go. Now, with 20/20 hindsight, I would not have had it any other way.
One year ago, I had applied to something called the World Race, and after a long interview, was convinced that there was no way I was going to be accepted. At the time, I was ok with that assumption because I had a good job, was planning on moving into a bigger place, and thought I had the next few years of my life all mapped out. Then suddenly, it was gone. All of it. I remember calling my mom and while sobbing on the floor of the spare bedroom in my grandma’s house asking her what I should do. Her advice? Pray. So I did, but it was more like just repeating, “Jesus, what am I supposed to do now?”
I got a call from the World Race, the woman on the line said one sentence that was going to change my life forever. “Girl, you’re going on the race.” From that moment, I have seen God’s hand in every moment of my life, guiding me along the paths that would lead me to the 6th month here in Nepal. I have had the amazing privilege of going around the world helping people in various ways such as: working in a daycare, helping in orphanages, feeding thousands weekly, helping prostitutes leave their current lifestyle, visiting prisons, and so much more. Along with helping the physical needs of people, we are bringing the Good News to them as well.
This journey has not only helped the people I have come into contact with, but it has also helped me to find myself. I am still amazed at how wonderful God’s plan is for me, and how much better it is than anything I could have ever imagined myself. I went from being convinced that I was not going to be accepted, to being a redeemed daughter who was asked to be a team leader. It has changed my outlook on myself, my future, and on the world around me.
None of this would have been possible without my supporters. Thank you all so much for helping me to get here, I could not have done it without each and every one of you!
I am so close to being fully funded! I still am in need of $1200, then I will be set for the rest of the Race! If anyone would still like to donate, I have a month left to get to the full amount. I truly appreciate any and all donations, and am so grateful for everyone who has helped me get here already.
So much love,
Taylor
