Be Thou My Vision

"You will keep in perfect peace him whose mind is steadfast, because he trusts in You." 

~Isaiah 26:3~

Papi Tan Maravilloso,

It's Saturday, December 1, my latest departure date and still no ticket!  Since flights only leave out to Malawi one day a week, my next best bet is next week, but I doubt it.  Another hurdle to cross  before I can get the clear to leave.  First it was the TEP, then the loan situation, and now my BS transcripts/diploma and loan situation (On Wednesday I had to run around getting the documents I had notarized (though I know I already did that in June... -_-)! I owe the school over $8,000 and if I don't pay up, no releasing of my transcripts and degree, no ticket, no work!  

It's easy to focus on another hurdle and become frustrated and upset.  My bags/bins are packed, I have all my shots, anti-malaria pills and I've said my good-bye's... now I just want closer!!! There are times I feel that the knowledge I learned months ago is gone and will become useless when I start taking care of my own patients.  The other day one of my friends mentioned she was taking care of little baby diagnosed with Hirschsprung’s disease (congenital megacolon).  I recognized the name but had forgotten what it was (Hirshsprung's affects the large intestine and causes problems with passing stool. It's present when a baby is born and results from missing nerve cells in the muscles of a portion of the baby's colon)!  

However, all things happen for a reason.  I've done my part. I humbly ask that you help me to keep my eyes focused on You.  I remember jotting down all the miracles that I'd need to happen BEFORE I leave on this year-long adventure.  You've blessed me that all, except one, has come to pass; and that's my school bill.  So, perhaps, this is the reason for the delay.  You're just making sure that I have all my ducks in a row, because in Your infinite wisdom, leaving before all is finalized (though I was given the go ahead) will be troublesome to handle while in Malawi... it makes since :)  I am also sure that there are other things You're preparing in me and for me while I wait... patiently.  May You be my focus and vision, for I know You are leading me and You have called me to this special work in Blantyre.  

Tu hijita,

Joya