One Week Left

I have one week to go before I leave for Brazil.  I can't believe it.  I have been visiting with my parents and family here in Massachusetts for the last month and having lots of good rest and relaxation.

I presented at Fellowship Bible Church and was blessed with a love offering to help me with my travel to Brazil.  It was fun presenting at the church I grew up in, and found a love for missions in.  God has been good to keep connections open there.

I may only have a few days left here but lots to do.  I have begun my packing and repacking to fill my suitcases with 70lbs of stuff each and I plan on taking 3.  I also need to sell my car. I have it on Craig's list but have not received any interest.  I am praying I can get some money for it by selling it somewhere.  I still do not have my missionary visa, I do have a tourist visa that I may use instead to get me there and continue the process of waiting for my missionary visa.  Please pray that I will make the right decisions regarding this whole situation.

I am sure to have many funny stories coming soon as I attempt to speak in my new language.  I talked to some Brazilian friends on Skype the other day and struggled through our conversation.  But, with God's help I will understand and be understood.

Thanks everyone for following this blog, I plan on updating much more frequently once I am in Brazil.

~Joy