Blessings

I am blessed beyond belief.  More than this sinner deserves.  More than I could ever actually say thank you for.  Being in Africa, I am constantly reminded of this.  Living here for 40 days has shown me that I seriously have so much to be grateful for.  I have things that others may not have, may never have.

For starters:

·      I have parents that support me and help me through every situation.  They are constantly sending me uplifting messages that make my struggles acceptable.

·      I have a sister that sends me scripture via text every morning, regardless of the fact that it cost her to text me.

·      I have a brother-in-law who takes the time out of his crazy hectic schedule to email me about what’s going on in Texas.

·      I have a church family that 100% has my back and has supported every step of this journey.

·      I have friends back home that send me weekly emails, keeping me in the know about their lives, and asking about mine.

·      I have people all over the world praying for me and my job.

·      I have past coworkers that continue to support me and check on my struggles and accomplishments.

·      I have girls in Namibia that remind me why I am here and always show me a good time.

·      I have water to drink (most of the time), food to eat, air to breathe, and a gracious God I get to serve!

If all I was to get from this situation was to realize how blessed I am in life, I would say that this year was successful.  Yes, I want to do more while I am here, but how often do people honestly stop, take the time to count their blessings, and say thank you for them?  This year allows me to do that.  This year allows me to realize that God never leaves me, he never forsakes me.  He is always here.  His son is my rock, because of all people, He knows the struggles I am going through.  The difficulties of fitting in.  The times when nobody understands me.  The situations where I am alone.  I am so thankful that my savior knows the things I am going through.  It makes it that much easier for me to fight through and to know that a year here is doable.