Wow! It is hard to believe that I am now mere weeks away from my departure. I have started to pack my classroom and home, and I must admit that for a minimalist...I have a lot of stuff! As the school year winds down, and June 11th draws closer, I am finding the opportunity to share my story more and more. Every time I share I am more excited, and humbled by the outpouring of support I am receiving. I am so blessed by all of you who want to help. For those of you who are looking to donate supplies, the biggest needs as of now (believe it or not) are masking tape, and chalk. The teachers are in desperate need of chalk, always! And another missionary, Chris, who is there is at a dead end with a project and in a desperate search for masking tape. Of course, space in my bags are limited, but supplies such as pencils and toothbrushes travel easy and are always a need as well.
I know updates have been few and far between, I promise to update more when I am in Malawi :)
Friday, May 8, 2009
Saturday, March 14, 2009
3 months and counting...
This past Thursday was March 12th... as I was driving to school it dawned on me that I am leaving for Malawi in exactly 3 months! Wow. It is surreal when something you have wanted for so long becomes a reality. I also sent out my support letters this past month, and the response has been overwhelming! Thank you all so much for your belief in me, and your belief in the bigger picture. It seems not a day goes by that I don't receive a sweet card in the mail, a text message, or phone call. I am so blessed, truly.
This post would not be complete if I did not mention Little Joe. March 10th marked the 10 year anniversary of Little Joe's death, and consequently, the turning point in my life. Little Joe was such an example of what it meant to live life to the fullest. He inspired me in many ways while he was here with us, and still inspires me today. His death taught me that life IS short, and that we need to spend our days living life to the fullest. Thanks Little Joe- Ride on!
I hope this note finds you well. Thanks again for your role in this journey. In the mean time... I have a couple of people coming to look at my condo this week, keep your fingers crossed!
This post would not be complete if I did not mention Little Joe. March 10th marked the 10 year anniversary of Little Joe's death, and consequently, the turning point in my life. Little Joe was such an example of what it meant to live life to the fullest. He inspired me in many ways while he was here with us, and still inspires me today. His death taught me that life IS short, and that we need to spend our days living life to the fullest. Thanks Little Joe- Ride on!
I hope this note finds you well. Thanks again for your role in this journey. In the mean time... I have a couple of people coming to look at my condo this week, keep your fingers crossed!
Friday, February 13, 2009
Africa Bound!
Welcome to my blog! This is my first step in an effort to keep you updated on the happenings as I prepare for my journey to Malawi, Africa. The latest big news?? I know that I have to be in Malawi by June 17th to start my intern leadership position...so... I am looking to head out on June 12, 2009.
In the mean time? If you know of someone in need of a condo to rent in Arvada, Colorado I would love to hear from you!
Thanks for checking in, and thank you for your support as I start on this journey.
For more information on the organiaztion I will be working with, check out: http://www.blogger.com/www.cotni.org
In the mean time? If you know of someone in need of a condo to rent in Arvada, Colorado I would love to hear from you!
Thanks for checking in, and thank you for your support as I start on this journey.
For more information on the organiaztion I will be working with, check out: http://www.blogger.com/www.cotni.org
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