This month has been one amazing ride. I wish words could explain feelings that I have in this adventure, but they really dont give a whole picture. I feel so filled and joyful here, there are so many amazing people, and so many opportunities to be involved in. Sometimes i feel guilty for not getting more involved in the weekend outreaches, such as the orphanages, prisons, and clinics; but its hard because I have a lot of work, and by the end of the day I am so exhausted that I just want to hang out with friends, and get some sleep. haha. Community living definately has its advantages, as there is always something to do! Dinner is at 5pm, and there is always a movie, games, music, or some other type of entertainment going on in the evenings. Which is a lot of fun! I meet new people every day, and its amazing how many talented, professional, and intellegent people there are all living in one small place! It really is like living in a small town! (I will give a ship tour sometime!) I definately didnt think that there would be as many "normal" people here... HAHA! that definately didnt come out the way it sounds...Its just that, when you think of "Africa" and "Missionaries".... you just think about young and talented professionals... its a fun life to live right now :)
Im not going to lie, I really miss a lot of things about home... long showers, jacuzzi's, family, friends....but its like a rollercoaster.. i miss those things sometimes, and other times i dont miss those things at all... which i think it is a good place to be :) I really like this experience so far, and I wouldn't trade it for anything!!
Please keep me in your prayers, as there are a few things on my heart lately.. such as just time management, and not getting burnt out...I just need God's guidance and help to get the things I need to get done (grading, planning, curriculum planning, etc...) in a timely manner, so that I can have some mental time off... also, pray for the friendships being built here, that the Lord just blesses them and draws them closer to you...and that I continue to be a light and that I would be able to reflect who Jesus is not only to my students, but to everyone I meet... and lastly....I am in need of some more Monthly sponsors, of even a $10 or $20 a month...it all adds up so quickly! I have been blessed with many one-time sponsers, which have been an amazing blessing! but, as time goes on, monthly sponsors would be a tremendous benefit! Thank you to ALL of you who have supported me already, who continue to support me, and especially for those prayer supporters!! I need each and everyone of you!! Thank you for all of your encouragement and love!
I miss everyone so much! And I look forward to visiting sometime in the summer :) yay! :) I love you and send Hugs from Africa!!! God bless!!
My student's and my verse of the week: Acts 1:8 "But you will recieve power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jeruselum, Judea and Samaria and to the ends of the earth."
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