2 days, 22 hours and 22 minutes Until Take-Off

As I'm writing this, I have 2 days, 22 hours and 22 minutes until take-off (according to the countdown the airline sent me).

Today was the first day my nerves started to kick in and I began to feel physically ill, which crippled some of my plans to say goodbye to some pretty wonderful people. This bitter cold and new snow fall is making me a tad worried about travel, but that's all out of my control so I really shouldn't be freaking out (ha!).  I am happy to report that I packed my bags on Monday (with the help of my amazing Mother!)...but I haven't weighed them, so I have a feeling I will be repacking at the last minute.  So much for those 60 days...

All my "goodbye's" and "see ya later's" are starting to catch up to me.  I met a friend last night to say my goodbye and as I was driving home I just began to cry.  Partly because of our conversation and partly because all my previous goodbyes with everyone in the last few weeks.   I then just became so overwhelmed at the kindness and love my friends, family and people I barely know have for me.  I'm so humbled.  Everyone has been so encouraging and supportive.  I have an endless amount of gratitude for all the kind words and prayers that have been spoken for me.  If you are reading this and you have prayed for me, encouraged me or donated money - Please know from the bottom of my heart, Thank You!  
Because of you I'm able to chase after a dream.  Because of you, I will get to help children learn about our Savior.  Because of you, I'm blessed to be a blessing to these beautiful people.

I am over the moon with excitement for Monday!   Admittedly, I have a some fear.  That's because I'm human.  However, the fear will not over take me.  I know I'm doing what I'm suppose to be doing.  I can't tell you what God's plan is for me, only He knows.  But I can tell you that I fully trust His plan.  I know that, if I rely on Him, no matter what comes my way I'll be able to overcome and achieve.  I mean I serve the God who created the world and He knows me by name...He most certainly has my best interest in mind!  :)

"I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me." - Philippians 4:13

I won't be making another post until after I arrive and I'm settled in Romania so stay tuned!  Make sure to subscribe so you stay up-to-date!