Lionhearted means brave and determined.
I'm not quite sure that I have lived up to that thus far in my journey,
but I'm trying.
My second day in my city I read:
"Be strong. Take courage. Don't be intimidated. Don't give them a second thought because God, your God, is striding ahead of you. He's right there with you. He won't let you down; he won't leave you." [Deut.31:6]
I am not alone.
My God is already here and he is at work.
Maybe I can't fully see it just yet, but HE is 'Striding ahead of me'.
I am daily taking comfort in that.
The past few days have been interesting. Tuesday was one of my roommates birthday, so we made apple pie and went over to A & J's for pizza (our weekly girls night) and then the rest of the team came over for cupcakes, pie, popcorn, ice cream, and all kinds of sugary goodness.
We played taboo.
I'm learning to be a game player. I actually hate playing most games but here, we play them a lot because we can't be out at night and we have no internet/tv.
Good times.
Yesterday was the equivalent to 4th of July here. Almost everything was closed all day but big bazar ( think wal-mart) was having a huge sale and I'm pretty sure the whole city was there. It was PACKED. More good times.
I bought some more Kurtas and Dupatas (shirts and scarves).
It was pretty much 3 for the price of one.
I also bought a saree for special occasions. It was 50% so it ended up being about 2 or 3 dollars.
I'm settling into life here and starting to learn some language.
There is no language school here so we pretty much have to just ask anyone we find that speaks both languages how to say things. It's fun though.
We are starting ESL in 2 weeks or so. We are waiting for approval from out site and the lady who does the approving has been out of town.
I am not alone.
My God is already here and he is at work.
Maybe I can't fully see it just yet, but HE is 'Striding ahead of me'.
I am daily taking comfort in that.
The past few days have been interesting. Tuesday was one of my roommates birthday, so we made apple pie and went over to A & J's for pizza (our weekly girls night) and then the rest of the team came over for cupcakes, pie, popcorn, ice cream, and all kinds of sugary goodness.
We played taboo.
I'm learning to be a game player. I actually hate playing most games but here, we play them a lot because we can't be out at night and we have no internet/tv.
Good times.
Yesterday was the equivalent to 4th of July here. Almost everything was closed all day but big bazar ( think wal-mart) was having a huge sale and I'm pretty sure the whole city was there. It was PACKED. More good times.
I bought some more Kurtas and Dupatas (shirts and scarves).
It was pretty much 3 for the price of one.
I also bought a saree for special occasions. It was 50% so it ended up being about 2 or 3 dollars.
I'm settling into life here and starting to learn some language.
There is no language school here so we pretty much have to just ask anyone we find that speaks both languages how to say things. It's fun though.
We are starting ESL in 2 weeks or so. We are waiting for approval from out site and the lady who does the approving has been out of town.
PR: ESL sight to be approved and for many people to come.
Language acquisition.
Open doors for starting henna storying groups.
That our aroma would be evident to all we meet.
♥ M
Excited for you. "Here you Go!"
ReplyDeleteMallory, I love you. Your strength and courage are so refreshing. It sounds like you are adjusting quickly and have some exciting things coming up! I've been thinking about you a lot lately!
ReplyDeleteMallory, I have been thinking about you everyday. You, your journey and your purpose are on my heart! I love reading this! I can't imagine what you are seeing or experiencing, but I feel a little closer to your journey by reading your words! I am proud of you!
ReplyDeleteOk, I think I finnaly figured this out. So, let's see if this works and if it doesn't I'll have you send me another invite. Love you and can't wait to hear and read all about your time spent overseas. I'll be praying for you. :)
ReplyDeleteHello there! As we go to bed you are beginning your day...that's such an incredible thought. We are glad you are feeling better and perservering. We are talking, talking, talking, and talking to Father day and night about you and your journey. You are loved and an inspiration to all. Enjoying the updates.
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