Let Go and Let God

India is the place where I never say never. Anything I thought and said I could never do, I'm eventually brought to here. Some things fun and others a little scary!

- Took a man-powered rickshaw that I'm pretty sure I could have passed on foot.
- Rode a motorcycle through the streets of India with luggage.
- Walked across train tracks after the bar was down.
- Used an Indian style toilet.
- Rested my eyes in India traffic.
- Brushed my teeth with India water.
- Ate mango without swelling (almost every time).
- Led prayer in front of hundreds.

This is only after one week. I'm sure I won't be able to keep track of all of the new experiences I have. I am just learning that I don't always have to be in control. I can trust God to take care of things.


My first week with the children was great. I forgot how much I have missed them all until they were crowded around quizzing me with all the English they knew. No matter how hot the temperature, it never gets old having ten children holding you as you walk to evening prayer together. Their smiles are contagious and laughs heart melting. The best feeling was when the children i knew who remembered me from my last visit came to greet me. Or possibly walking hand in hand with the brother and sister at New Life who my mother and I sponsor.

Although saying goodbye again was difficult, I am on to Trichy to begin teaching. I will hope for the best and appreciate everyone's prayers.

Landed

I have landed in India and my next flight is in four hours. I am going on about three hours of sleep over the last day and a half, so I don't really have anything profound to say. Looking forward to seeing the beautiful faces at New Life and Light of Love!