Sunday March 25

Its Sunday night and Im leaving the day after tomorrow- time flies!! Im pretty well packed even though I feel Im taking more than I would like (six months worth is more than it would seem)...Feels like there are still little errands to run tomorrow. Saw my grandparents (kennedys) and turned in my rental car. Being 'dependant' may be a bit more difficult than I bargained. Im also starting to wonder how I will spend all my time in airports/planes etc... I had a wonderful time at my church this weekend and feel extremely supported by the members here. The elders prayed for me and I was able to share a bit of what Ill be doing in Samoa- and looking forward to coming back and giving them updates. Ill never forget the early 'birthday' celebration (the whole church sang happy birthday since I will be in Samoa during that time in July). Thanks Belmond Ev Free!! Sometimes I wish I could just plop people on the plane with me and take them on this journey too... I know we each have our own journeys, most don't involve cross cultural trips so I do feel fortunate to have so much time away from the hustle and bustle of the routine of life (the 8-5 jobs, the church/family/friend/hobbie commitments etc...). My hope remains that God will allow me to be a part of what is already going on in Samoa and that it will help guide me to how best I can serve. Ill write once more before leaving .....