In the airport

At this moment, I am hanging out in the International Terminal at DFW... getting VERY exited. The sweet woman at the ticket counter noticed that I am going to London, though that was not my final destination. She was extremely helpful, even gave me pointers and instructions on catching the Red Bus when I get to London- since I have such a long layover. I definitely plan on seeing the sights!! But apparently London's rush hour is the same time that I should be heading back to the airport to check back in through security. Thank you, helpful ticket counter employee, for that heads up. Good to know information!
So as I sit in the terminal, two hours early, as instructed, I am spending some serious time praying for and mentally preparing myself. I think I have just been so busy making sure I have everything and that it's packed just right, that I haven't allowed the enormity of this trip to sink in. Not that I haven't travelled internationally before (I just went to Brazil in May), and it's not like I haven't gone for a big chunk of time (I left for 4 months when I was 17... twice!). It's just big. But that is God for you... BIG. And for that I am comofrted and thankful!!
So, as I board the plane here in just a few short hours my phone will be turned to wifi only. No sending or receiving of phone calls or text messages for me until I get back. But I will do my best to update this blog as much as possible. I am so thankful for y'all's support and I want to include you in all the work God has set out for me. So I guess for now prayer requests all center around getting there safely, with all my stuff (unless thats not in God's plans for this trip. lol), and in preparing my heart and mind for the work and situation I'll be stepping into. Thank you all!!!
I think it may be about time to dive into one of the books that sweet Angie and Vicky gave me last night during this unique time in my life. Thank you friends!!