Somebody pinch me! This can't be real! I thought it was becoming more real these last few days that I was going to Africa, but today I've felt like I'm either losing my mind or dreaming!! Am I really going to get on a plane tomorrow and fly around the world to a place that doesn't even seem real to me right now? Sometimes I feel like I'm making it up when I tell people that I'm going to Africa... It's amazing the doors God can open up and how exciting things can be when you wait on his timing and trust him. I'm pretty sure it is real.... I'm reminded that it is when I look at the 132lbs of luggage that is sitting out in my living room. Who packs that much anyway?? I mean, that's more than I weigh! Lol I will have everyone know that I did not pack 130lbs of personal things... we are responsible for transporting over $20,000 worth of medical supplies to Mozambique. That took up a lot of weight, and was an adventure to pack up!! Thankfully we got everything to fit. I pretty much spent the day getting last minute things together and spending time with my family. Oh, and I had to go get blood drawn because I need to know what type of blood I have so in case I get mauled by a zebra they can fix me. I should have done that a long time ago but just remembered today. I figured they would just prick my finger or something, but no, vampire lady filled two syringes! You would think they could tell by a drop but obviously not!! OK, enough about blood. I will say though that I'm really tired of needles and pointy objects though. Five shots and getting my blood drawn twice was enough for one trip.Today has been interesting. I can already tell that this trip will be intense. I think all of us on the team would agree that it's already a flood of emotions. At one moment I can barely contain my excitement and the next I'm holding back tears. I don't really know why it's been so emotional. My mom said tonight that it's probably because it's going to be such a significant time in our lives. I know that I will come back changed and with a new perspective on life as I've known it. I'm so excited right now! I can't wait to meet the rest of our team, Chelye and Sean!! I will try and post again soon. Most likely the next time I'll be in Mozambique!**Prayer requests-That all the Flights go smoothly tomorrow and we don't miss any!
Yay ZEBRAS! Was it Marty?!? We should go hunting for Zebras this week! Hey what a great idea Caitlyn...you is so smart! See you in a few hours!
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