“What we do in life echoes in eternity.”
MAXIMUS

Thinking about the adventure before me has been both exciting and frightening. Who knows what I will encounter? Many challenges, no doubt, and much responsibility. But that was not the primary theme of my thoughts as I awoke this morning. As I looked out the plane, sheets of water slithering across my window and asphalt speeding by, I felt a tinge of sadness, but also a surge of determination. This is where God has called me.

My brother Eldon left me with the charge this morning: “Do great things. Be a history maker.” As the plane burst up through the clouds into a vast valley of white, I could not help but praise God. For me, it seemed to symbolize the newness and freedom that lies ahead.

Flying executive class was awesome. I was treated to a good breakfast and comfortable space. I crashed right after finishing my omelet…four hours of sleep last night was not enough. A few safety videos and seatbelt reminders later, I landed safely in Toronto- en route to Puerto Plata.

Joy and Vidal- along with some other friends- picked me up at the airport and drove me to their place for the night. I enjoyed a cold, refreshing shower and it didn’t take long for me to fall asleep after that. The last thing I heard was the hum of a fan, with a few dogs barking in the background.