Here's what I have been up to.

Arrived at the Mercy Ships I.O.C. this past Friday after a wonderful visit with Steve, Barbara and Andrew Ridge. Thank you for your warm hospitality. David and Ann dropped me off at my dorm room, my home for the next five weeks. Thank you Ann and David for driving me here and for all of your incredible support.

I actually participated, last September, in the first week of training offered here so I have been working in the mail room and warehouse these last few days. It has been a great opportunity to meet the staff  and gain an understanding of just how much work it takes to keep the Africa Mercy supplied. 

I have also met my shipmates Alice and Jamie and we are all very excited to begin our training and preparations for our field service in Impfondo and then on to the ship.

Thank you all for your prayers. It is a joy to serve.

Last meal with family

Just finished a wonderful meal of flank steak and roasted vegetables with Ann, David, Melina, Loren and Nathan. Family time is precious and treasured. Looking forward to the road trip to Steve and Barbara's tomorrow then onto Mercy Ships training on Friday.

My first blog post

Excitedly preparing for my new adventure!