The last couple months have felt like 10 years to me. Over the last 8 weeks my preparation for getting to the mision field seemed to be a time full of waiting rather than doing. I imagined that I would already be in the city where I will be working by now, but due to certain support and visa requirements I've simply had to wait for documents and other things to come together. What did I do during this waiting period? I still met with friends, family, supporters and others as if I would be leaving any time soon. Finally, I am leaving soon and it's time to pack my bags. Having a date is just the next step here and while it is very exciting for me I knew it would come and that the pieces would come together just like everything else I have witnessed that has worked together for good and for His purpose.