Well, the first few days of my Tanzanian adventure are past me, and I sit on a couch in Arusha, Tanzania very humbled and confused at how I am so blessed. I have already met people from opposing sides of the world with completely opposite pasts, ambitions, and paths. I am surrounded by the lost, hopeless, saved, brilliant, and everything in between.
There is no way to describe waking up in the morning to the sound of tribesmen singing and roosters greeting them. To wake up and think "This is Africa, and I am here." is unbelievable! Knowing that the day presents me with so many opportunities to serve and love on those who never get served or loved on is such a motivating and energizing thought.
The travel was long with numerous layovers as I saw parts of the world and cultures that were new and exciting, but after mass amounts of Dramamine and a few new friends, I made it to the home/hut I am staying in. I have 2 roommates, Rachel from Chicago and Frida from Rwanda. We've spent most of our time travelling around Arusha trying to get a feel for the town and community. The goal right now is to get our team to know each other and develop fellowship with one another before we start our work for the semester. Everyone in the program is completely different, but it creates a wonderful melting pot.
It's a beautiful thing to sacrifice the things you begin to cherish and just give it all up to Christ. As I leave virtually every part of my life behind in the states, I know that everything is being handed to God to do with it what he will. The opportunities and conversations that have come up here have been incredible. It's amazing the questions people will ask when they see you reading out of your Bible and taking notes, or the way your faith gets brought up when they ask you what you're doing in Tanzania.
Can't wait to hear from you all, and share in my experiences with you. My blessings and love are with you all!
Yours Truly
So happy you arrived safely and have brightened Arusha with your beautiful smile! I look forward to following along and seeing your photos. Hugs and love...
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