We Be Cruisin'

Part of my family (missed you bro and sis) and our best friends went on a cruise to the Southern Caribbean for one last hoorah before I head to South Africa. 

Here are my top 5:

1.  Meeting Zelda

She was our waitress at dinner each night and "just happened" to be from South Africa  :)

I was able to get her contact information and hope to see her on the other side of the Atlantic!

2.  Experiencing different cultures

We had many opportunities to meet people, from the cruise waitstaff to our taxi drivers on the islands. We were able to speak with them and learn about their lives and culture. I pray we showed Christ's love through our speech and actions.

Meet Mustin from St Lucia.

3. Snorkeling in Tortolla

We got to see many colorful fish and even a sea turtle. We had a guide named Taz who showed us the way into this cave. I was pretty scared which was proven by my scream of terror when out of no where D swam in the cave behind me. Taz thought it was pretty funny and said we were his favorite.

4.  Cosol Tours in St. Lucia

We got to see the Piton mountains (which means Twin Peaks in Creole), a waterfall, botanical gardens, volcano, banana plantation, as well as enjoy a boat ride to a secluded beach and a spread of local foods.

5.  And of course, spending time with loved ones! 

Thank you guys for coming and making this so special and memorable.

It's Official

YES! I'm headed to South Africa at the end of June :)

And a Happy 33rd Anniversary Mom & Dad

You have always been there for me through the good times and especially the bad. Thanks for always supporting and praying for me. I thank God daily for giving me such loving parents.  

It is because you have raised me up to fear the Lord through your example that I am now headed to South Africa.  Thank you.

I'll miss you!

Train up a child in the way he should go; even when he is old he will not depart from it.   Proverbs 22:6