The beginning

I want to see Jesus! And if I don't step out, how can He come in? If I dont give all of myself, my home, my love...how can He be magnified?

I am STEPPING OUT! And in a pretty big, uncomfortable, exciting, life-changing way!

As some of you know, since graduating, I have been working on my international teaching certification. Well, I am almost done with that and I have been looking at several different places that I think I would like to teach at. I received an official offer from a school in Jaco, Costa Rica, so it looks like that will be where my journey begins. I'll be leaving in a little over a week! I'm getting more excited as paper work comes in, and things become more final. I'll be teaching fourth grade English, math & science. Honestly, I don't think that any of this is real to me yet...When you dream about something for so long, and your dreams are happening in front of you, well...it can be overwhelming. haha. But I know that God has a plan for me and that He will guide me. I know that His hand will be on me, and that brings me peace of mind. My hope is that He will use me in every way He can. Besides...Costa Rica?! Yes, please!

I am ready to offer all of myself to these people. I know that by teaching, I will learn. I will learn a new culture, a new language, new customs, new traditions, and so many other things. New friendships will be formed, and all while I get to do what I love. How great is that?

I've decided that a blog will be an easy way for me to share stories and experiences I have with everyone while I am away. I also think that one day I will look back and be thankful that I decided to write about this time. My mom also refuses to be a facebooker - so this is an easy alternative ;) Most of you know my family, and so you can imagine that although my parents are excited for me, they are also in protective mode...I am so grateful to have such a supportive family. It makes what I'm doing so much better knowing I have their blessing.

So, as I embark on this next chapter, I am excited. All I can say is USE ME GOD!! MEE MEEE MEEE!!!! USE MEEEE! :) I will post when I have more details.

Until next time! Love<3