An Update…

     Hi! It’s been quite some time since I’ve brought light to my current situation publically and I thought it’s about time I do so… 

     This past year, along with these past few months, have been difficult for all of us. Big changes, fear, anxiety, and hopelessness are just few of the many things people around the world have experienced and are currently experiencing. As many of you know, I was supposed to leave on a nine month mission trip through WRGY last fall. As the departure date drew nearer I felt something was off. I learned about the adjustments due to COVID-19 among other things, and made the difficult decision to wait on the trip until September of 2021. 

     I have always been one to follow a plan. In other words, I’m rarely spontaneous and I like to know my schedule ahead of time. With this big change, it was so easy for me to let any negative thoughts affect me until I couldn’t see any good that has come from everything. All my friends were suddenly off to college, and there I was, and still am, here. It’s so easy to let comparison become your worst demon, and that’s exactly what I did and still do. I know that what I’m doing in my life right now is exactly where I’m supposed to be, but thinking about how different I am from so many kids my age has been particularly hard on me. It has taken me up until this past February to recognize that because of who I am, and Whose I am, my path isn’t supposed to be easy; much like all of yours which have certainly been difficult as well. Since last September, I got a job as a sales associate at Scheels, I tried online school and HATED it, I’ve been living on my own, my family and I have spent much needed time together, and more. I couldn’t see it before, but I can definitely see now that all I’ve experienced in this past year and last couple months, have been what I didn’t even know I needed. God put me in a situation where He knew I would struggle, preparing me for the journey that I was unknowingly not ready for in the first place: His mission. 

     In this time, I have not only learned more about myself, I’ve also learned about what it means to be a true follower of Christ. All things considered, I am nowhere near perfect, and still learn more with each day; but it is my belief that the change in my plans has better equipped me to embark on this mission to Africa, Thailand, and Costa Rica in September. With everything I’ve learned, I’m eager to serve those in need while sharing the love of Christ. The experience ahead of me and the rest of my squadmates, is one that will change us forever and I consider myself so lucky to take part in it. 

     For those of you who’ve supported me thus far, thank you from the bottom of my heart. Whether it was my graduation gift or a donation directly on the site, every dollar counts and means so much to me. If you feel inclined to give I would appreciate whatever you can! I will be posting blog updates every so often, and keep them going while I’m on the race! Thank you for reading. 

                                                                                       Much Love,  

                                                                                                         Isabelle