A Week Away!

I would say that it is an ordinary Sunday night, but it is anything but that. Today is 4th of July (if you haven't gathered that from my post date) and there are atomic bombs going off in my neighborhood. A few times I was tempted to take cover because I thought the house might crumble from the heart jolting aftershock.

My entire family is at Bass Lake, basking in the heat and sunshine (probably enduring a lesser deafening noise). And why did I stay home? To be a bum? To sleep? Yeah, right! I packed my entire life away into two suitcases and deep cleaned my room.

So far, I've managed to hold it together. Once the weekend come, I'd put money on the fact that I'll be an emotional basketcase. Goodbyes have never been my stronghold....or anything that requires bravery. As sad as those looming goodbyes will be, there is a part of me that's fidgeting inside saying "Come on already, let's get this party started - Indonesian style!"

This upcoming week will be really busy - I still have a few last minute legal things to take care of, a few phone calls to make, babysitting, etc. I think the busyness will take the edge off my anxiety and fear of saying goodbyes.

Once Monday morning comes - the journey across the deep blue sea will commence. I will be meeting my roommate in Michigan and travelling with her (I met Leanne last weekend and she is pretty stinking amazing!) We will fly from Michigan to China and Singapore (that leg alone is 22 hours!) Leanne and I will be spending the night in Singapore and heading off to Indonesia, where we will be picked up and brought to our new home.

*For all you Curious Georges - this is a 48 hour journey (almost halfway across the globe). I don't know about you all, but that is a LONG time!!!

I cannot wait for this opportunity to start. I truly believe that the Lord has great things in store for me. Please pray that all goes well with my travels (especially no lost luggage - that is my greatest fear!!)

Until next time!