First Post.

Hi All! Admittedly this is an experiment to see how I can better tell and show you about my trip; the places the people and the experiences of the Himalaya. I hope that this blog helps to connect us while I am gone, and to connect you to God's heart for the Nepalese in a new way. The site isn't very exciting for now, but I hope to improve it and add to it often. Just over 2 weeks left! I can't believe that my time here is almost over. The reality is starting to set in, as well as the stress. There is so much I want to do, so much that needs done, and so little time to do it in. I don't think I have had a decent night's rest in a couple weeks, and I fear I won't until I get to Nepal. I am excited to go! The other morning I was taking a friend to the airport along a secluded road. The trees had partially grown over the road, and the morning sky was peeking through. I don't know what it was about that moment, but it transported me to Asia. To India. To Nepal. To someplace simple, someplace where the cool and quiet of the morning is the only time when there is silence and peace. That little spot on the road was a refuge, a place of refreshment, a place of restoration. It lasted just a moment, but looking back, my heart and spirit are encouraged. As I get ready to go to Nepal, so serve, share and learn, I hope to bring that refuge with me. Refuge in the form of a Man who came to Earth to releive us of the sins we have committed, the fears we carry and the worry for tomorrow. Rest in the manner of giving up control and knowing that everything is being taken care of. Refreshment that comes from the indwelling power of the Holy Spirit. God is good, God is so worthy of our worship, our devotion, our life. I am excited to go to Nepal and share with those He created about their creator.