Where does one begin to explain how they are not the same person that they were four months ago, but yet still the same person? How to put in words what all has taken place inside me and around me and what my life has been like these last four months. What do I communicate in order to give you a glimpse of what God has walked me through and worked in me these last couple of months. I know that I have posted some of it, but as I have been thinking back I realized how much more I could share! There is so much more of what I have experienced, even on a day to day basis.
I’m actually in bed as I type this, at 1:16am in the morning, Sunday, the day before we leave for our “holiday”. I really should be sleeping, but alas I’m too wired. One of my roomies, Beka and I made some hot apple cider…minus the cider…mainly we used the apple juice that we purchased the other day and poured it into a pan, put caramel syrup and cinnamon and perhaps a little bit of sugar. Yummy. Not too bad. I feel super cozy. Like fall. Today we went on a lovely picnic, the sky was bright blue, with a few white puffy clouds, in the shade it was cool, but in the sun it was perfect, with an ever slightly caressing breeze. We had cheese, crackers, bread, salami, olives, cucumbers, and wine. Oh, nice. Then we went to the park and played on the equipment and felt like kids again, it was quite splendid and a lovely reprieve. Can I just say how blessed I have been getting to live life in this great community. I greatly enjoy every single one of these people here on base.
Since coming here to Scotland, I feel as if I’ve become more alive. I’ve become more comfortable with who I am….me! And that I’m ok with that…most of the time ; )
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So, now it is an hour before we leave for the airport!! What a crazy two days it has been! I’m surprisingly function on little sleep, perhaps adrenaline is helping, that and having a million things to do before we head out! The room is spotless, our bags are packed, and now our bellies our full of wonderful Scottish Breakfast! Such amazing sausage! : ) We’ve had to say several “good-byes, see you in two months”, but then also about to have to say more, but a few are going to be “good-bye, hope to see you again.” Because John and Sarah and their son Bayne are moving back to the States while we are in Turkey. So, hard. I love them dearly and it is hard to say good-bye!
Well, know that we are all excited. Eager. Ready. Pray for safe travels, good health, easy maneuvering of customs, unity, communication, divine appointments, alertness, wisdom, and boldness(wise boldness!), and deep relationships! : )
Off to yet another adventure, full of the great and beautiful unknown! Love you all so dearly, praying for you continuously, missing you greatly, and eager to hear what God does in your life while I’m away. I love that fact that God is with me here in Scotland and my team and going with us to Turkey and at the same time with you all wherever you are! He is truly an awesome Daddy!
Write to you all in two months!
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