The Journey Begins

"How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard." –Winnie the Pooh

I guess as an elementary teacher it is only fitting that I glean wisdom from Winnie the Pooh. But he sure is right! These last couples of weeks, and specifically last couple of days, have been very difficult, as I have said goodbye to family and friends that I hold dear. However, I am so encouraged to be surrounded and supported by a group of such incredible people.

It’s hard to believe that the journey begins tomorrow. I will fly out of Salt Lake at 7 PM and have a brief layover in Denver (where I will get to spend a few hours with one of my best friends, Ruth) and then on to Florida for a 9-hour layover. I will arrive in La Paz on the 25^th at 9 PM (La Paz is on Eastern Standard time). After 24+ hours of travel I am sure I will be ready for my new bed! I would love your prayers for great travel and that my luggage arrives safely and in one piece. Our team will immediately begin orienting to the city and begin preparing for the first day of school. No time to waste, as I will have 14 5^th graders coming through my door on August 7^th!

Thank you for being a part of this journey. I am feeling a myriad of emotions as I prepare to go, but I have great assurance and confidence knowing that the God of all creation is with me, preparing the way for me. Let the Great Adventure begin!

The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.” Deuteronomy 31:8

“You will go out in joy and be led forth in peace.” Isaiah 55:12

 Precious Kiddos!

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