Here We Go...

Is it possible to have every emotion running through you and yet feel nothing? This is the only way I can describe what's going on with me. It's like that out of body experience you have when you're about to take that first step on stage before a big performance... You're thrilled yet terrified, and all the while it seems like you're watching yourself in third person going through the motions.

That's me. Right now.
And it's exhilarating.

All of my bags are packed (finally). Here's a few pic's of the process...

Eesh. So much stuff. Total mess. 

Smashing it all in! 

My passport and flight arrangements are all in order, I've said goodbyes to loved ones and cherished every little moment with them from the past few weeks, and now...

 it's time.

My flight leaves from Grand Rapids tomorrow at 5pm. From there I go to Chicago, to London (where I'll be taking an AMAZING tour, thanks to Aunt Di), to Dar Salaam. once I arrive in Dar, I'll meet up with Brook and we'll take the bus to Mbeya, and then on to Mumba, the place I'll be calling home for the next 7 months.

I covet your prayers for the next few days. I've never traveled alone like this, and for those of you who know me well, know that i'm very directionally challenged and not the most 'street-smart' person. However, I learn quickly and I know I can do this. (That last sentence was a little pep talk for myself...)

I'm heading into this new chapter with high spirits and I am clinging to the Lord's promise that He will be with me wherever I go! Africa, here I come!