The countdown to Ghana is on! I leave August 22 which now that it is August feels even faster approaching.
The pile of "I want to take this with me" continues to grow. Not just things for myself, but special items for friends on ship. The kids want to send me with some American candy and notes to their friends on ship, with hopes of getting a note back. I'm happy to be their mail carrier.
But more than the 23 kg of luggage I'm thinking about what else I'm taking. Not to get to emotional/romantic/spiritual, but preparations go far beyond the packing of stuff. What mindset am I bringing? How is this departure different than the one 2 years ago? How can I bring my best self to really serve the people of Ghana and the cultures of the ship to the best of my abilities? I know more of what I am getting into, but also have to be prepared for the unknown of a new team, new country, new daycrew, etc so am I really that knowledgable?
Speaking of- Prayer requests!
1. The ship is on its way from Las Palmas Gran Canaria (Canary Islands) to Ghana. Pray for a safe voyage. For a celebration from the country of Ghana as they arrive. All passport/visas to go through. We are a ship of approximately 60 countries with so many different immigration requirements. Pray it all goes smooth.
2. Many volunteers (like myself!) will be flying in not long after the ship arrives. Pray for connections to be made, bags to arrive, and more visas to be approved.
3. Pray for Jeff and the kids. They will be about 2 weeks into school when I leave. Pray for good routines to happen quickly and everyone feeling "settled". Pray for a job for Jeff that is flexible while I am gone.
4. Pray for surgeries. Guided surgeon hands. Brave kids and caregivers to trust us.
A few essentials I had to complete before leaving...
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