Sunday, May 9th, 2010 8:45PM

Oh how my love for the people in El Salvador grows and we have only been here one day. Their stories touched my heart and almost made me cry, and I think it's just so amazing how God can use someone you don't even know to touch your heart, and reach you on different levels. They may not even have the same story as you, but it still touches you to hear their stories and see how great and wonderful God really is. It is still sinking in that I am on my first mission trip, in another country. What an awesome way to begin one of the best summers ever. Whatever happens, I am going to give it to God, no matter the circumstances.

Sunday, May 9th, 2010 6:17PM

The flight from Houston to El Salvador went great. I took a little nap and then I couldn't fall back asleep. When we finally landed in El Salvador it was absolutely breathtaking. It was interesting going through customs, especially since I don't speak a lick of spanish, hah. The ride on the bus was incredible, but it was sad going from the rich area, to straight poverty in a matter of minutes. I can't even begin to wrap my mind around. We learned our six dances, and it has been a wonderful first day.

Sunday, May 9th, 2010 9:21AM

Murphy: Sometimes you gotta go through something to get to what you need.

So the first flight went well. Now we are on a full flight to San Salvador, and we will be getting there in about three hours. I will probably fall asleep on this flight, just because I don't know if I will be able to keep my eyes open. I am also getting ready to turn my cell phone off for the last time and I am about to lose contact with everyone but the people on my team. It's going to be wierd not talking to anyone for 10 days. Hmmm.

Sunday, May 9th, 2010 7:18AM

So we get to the airport at 5:40AM, and security took a while to get through. Good news though, my bag only weighed 44.5 pounds!!! Woohoo!!! We boarded the plane on time, but with delays in Houston our flight got pushed back 30 minutes.
As I am sitting here looking out this window, I realize what I am actually about to do. This is my first time out of the country ever. I look at our amazing team God has put together, knowing we will get stuff accomplished once we get there.
Now we are in the air, and my nerves are building up. I don't know what to expect, all I know is that my world is about to be turned upside down. Although I am ready for it. I am open for change, and I am ready for God to mold my heart. I am also ready to see if this is going to be a passion of mine.
...Also, this flight is seeming to go pretty smooth. Houston, we are coming for you :)