22 Days until Cameroon!!

It's hard to believe how quickly time has passed! I've just finished my shopping for the proper attire: skirts, no sleeveless tops, no pants, thanks to Goodwill and Savers. I think I've discovered how to be "missionary chic" and stay on a budget!

Now the challenge is to pack everything I need for 18 days in one

suitcase (50 lbs limit) and my backpack. Creative packing skills will be necessary..folded layers or roll up everything??

Everyone on the team is properly immunized, we have our malaria meds and just received our visas for Cameroon this week! The team is now meeting weekly to pray, review final details about travel and the country and provide encouragement to each other.

The spiritual, physical and mental preparation have affected each of us differently. For me, there is the eagerness to set foot in Africa and begin the work coupled with the mystery and anxiousness of the unknown. Add to this, all the normal demands of life and it can become overwhelming. At times like this, I find my greatest comfort and reassurance in believing and trusting in God's promises. Romans 8:28, Jeremiah 29:11, Psalm 91 are just few of my favorites that remind me I am loved, there is a plan and purpose for my life and that I have the protection of my Savior!!

I hope to keep you updated with weekly posts before we leave as I begin to learn all the features of my netbook. Once we are there, I hope to provide daily updates, depending on how reliable our internet access will be. Thanks again to all of you who have provided support both financially and in your prayers.