The Journey Begins

I leave for the airport in 3 hours!  Now that I've done this a few times, the preparation is easier, but it's interesting how my emotions still go through the same cycle.  I'm now firmly in the "I can't believe I'm really doing this!" phase.  It is incredible to contemplate how different my life will be - how different I will be - in just a couple of days.  But I eagerly anticipate that transformation because of the richness of experience and opportunity that awaits.  Yes, there is uncertainty, and plenty of of challenges, but there is also exhilirating joy and a great sense of purpose and presence.  So I leave with confidence - not in myself, but in the God who has called me and will be with us in every circumstance.  Thanks to all of you for your prayers and support!  Ciao!  (Yes, that's how they say goodbye in Ethiopia!)