Some more thoughts on the brink of departure....

And I am still counting the days...just 9 left. My feelings on the brink of departure are a mixture. I told a friend the other day, I am not sure if I will be estatic with excitment when I get off the plane or crying. I know that this journey will change me and my perspectives on much of my life, culture and faith. Last week my pastor preached on Jesus walkin on water and Peter, one of his disciple steps out of the boat with him and for a few faithful steps walks on water with Jesus. Then as fear arises, Peter begins to sink and Jesus grabs him to keep him from drowning. I feel like this is my chance to step out of the boat...the next 8 months are so unknown. Although there is so much to be anxious about, I know God is going to faithful and substain me through good and bad.