Thanksgiving

Yesterday was Thanksgiving and it was so wonderful to spend time with family and friends for the day. I am so thankful for many things. The thing I am thankful for the most is that we can worship in America freely and not get persecuted. I am so thankful for a country where we are free to do what we want. I am also so thankful for the food that we have in America and that my family can afford the food we need (and more). There are many families in Greenville and Greenwood who go without food. Many people do not realize that people who live in the same community as them do not have food on the table at night. I have about 2 families in the afterschool program I work at who do not have food at home and they live in Greenwood. We should all be thankful for what we have. We are so blessed here in America.

So, I leave for Indonesia in exactly 2 weeks from today. I am so excited to be spending the holiday season in another country. I am also really excited to see my dearest friend, Boyter, and spend some quality time with her. I am praying for safe travels and that my luggage does not get lost (although I am bringing a lot of carry on stuff in case that happens). Please be praying that I can make some lasting relationships with the Indonesians.
Thank you for praying for me on this amazing journey I am about to take.