So, according to my multiple calendars and my plane ticket, I leave for Africa tomorrow. I cannot believe it. I am really going to Africa. It definitely does not feel real despite the fact that my bags are almost packed, I started malaria pills yesterday, and our group finally knows exactly where we are going. Crazy, right? I have a feeling this won't sink in for awhile.
I mentioned our placement and we finally know exactly where we will be! Our group of about 17 OSU students will no longer be split up into 2 groups at 2 different orphanages. Instead, we are all banding together to help out at an orphanage that is home to 150 kids. We are in a small community (sounds like what I'm used to) that is up in the mountains about two hours from the capital, Accra. So excited to be in the mountains! The only time I have ever seen mountains was when I went to Denver and even then I only saw the very edge. I don't think that counts. Anyways, there seems to be a lot for us to do while we are there in addition to caring for the kids. (Good thing I did some basic construction work on my KY mission trip. I won't be totally clueless.) Looks like we will be keeping busy!
I am so excited to get there. I couldn't sleep last night and I don't expect to sleep tonight. I just want to hop on that plane, meet up with all the girls, and land in Accra! I will definitely be missing home, especially after my dad spoiled me with my two favorite meals right in a row (His famous pasta followed by his french toast). I have gotten used to being here, but it's time to take a leap of faith and watch God's plan unfold for the next month. I still don't know what internet access will look like, but I will update this as often as possible!!! Thank you to everyone for your love, support, and donations thus far. Words cannot explain how thankful I am for each and every one of you.
In Christ,
Steph
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