Less than 3 weeks before my missions trip

Yes, I'm counting down to the time I am actually leaving. I am excited and nervous. There is a lot to do still, preparing emotionally and spiritually. Although, no matter how much I prepare, it'll never be enough to what I'll be experiencing there in Nicaragua. There are people that I do want to see before I go, who knows, when the next time will be? Just reconnecting w/ close friends that I've lost touched with for one reason or another...I know when I come back, it will be hectic (work and personal life). On this journey I pray that God redefines my purpose, reaffirm His promise to me, to see God's hand in these people's lives, to shape and mold me into who He wants me to be. I know I can be an "emotional person" so I'm sure I'll cry while I'm down there and when I get back to Pearson, very huggable, not that I'm not, just more than usual. I pray that while I'm preparing physically and emotionally with luggage and materials/supplies that are to be brought down for the children, that I don't lose sight of why I'm really going.

My missions trip to Nicaragua has yet to begin, but the term "missionary" began long ago when I became a follower of Christ. It's only now, while I've been preparing for this, how true it is that I am a missionary in my own backyard. Inviting my friends who have yet to hear the "Good news" for dinner, sharing with them with what I believe but not just words alone but by my actions. Getting to know them better, showing the love God has given me to them. Just listening to their beliefs and asking questions.

That's it for now...