Pushing the Pause Button

I've decided to ditch stress and handle one thing at a time; crossing things off my list as I get them done.  My passport came a couple weeks ago, thank goodness!  My flights are scheduled, fundraising is going great, and now I am finally taking time to breathe and let myself be excited about the summer.

Having support from friends and family has helped tremendously, and having people in my life who bring be back to reality and keep me on track when my stress levels are soaring are truly gifts from God.  Second thoughts have been plentiful, but God's grace has been much more abundant.  I am so thankful for the people that God has brought into my life this year, especially the ones who keep me laughing.

I have exactly a month and six days until I take off for El Paso, then Nigeria and prayers are much appreciated! 

On an end note...this quote has helped me more than once.

"Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement.  Nothing can be done without hope and confidence."

-Helen Keller