Ten Students. Three Adults. One Amazing Journey.
And it all starts at 3:30 in the morning on Monday! The GoGrace team to the British Virgin Islands promises to be one of the most interesting memories of my life. For one, we're going scuba diving! Just thinking about it fills me with excitement and anticipation. I'm very thrilled to report that I shall be photographing the underwater part of our experience as well as everything else, thanks to the purchase of an underwater digital camera!
Many of us have yet to complete the five-hour online scuba course, so I'm sure tonight will be a long night for some of us, myself included, as we cram in the knowledge for underwater survival.
Much to my chagrin, whenever I mention that I'll be going to the BVI for a "missions trip" (the easiest way to explain it to non-Gracies), people roll their eyes and will jokingly say, "Oh, how rough!" Well, it will be! Our team, besides scuba diving, will be helping a local church with remodeling. So, we'll be tearing down drywall, painting, and other such tasks. In the hot, tropical weather. Also, a visit to the orphanage is planned, so we'll be able to interact with some kids!
Prayer requests:
- Safety while flying, diving, swimming, touring, and every aspect of travel abroad
- Ability to recognize and take advantage of witness opportunities as God leads.
- A better appreciation for other cultures, since this is the first time out of the country for some members.
- Energy to complete each task well at the church.
- Bonding with the natives and within our team.
Hold up, you think you can get ready in 10 minutes by getting up at 3:30? You are a chick after all, and most chicks take a long time to get ready, at least longer than 10 minutes :)
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