Upcoming Trip - FAQs

Here is my chance to answer some of the questions I've been getting regarding my upcoming trip to India.

FAQs:

1. When are you going?

The team flies out on June 22 and returns to the States on July 12.

2. What will you do in India?

Aside from trying to learn some Tamil :), I will be traveling with a volleyball team. The team is made up of gals from different colleges across the U.S. They will be competing in matches and doing volleyball clinics in local schools. We will also be meeting with local Family - hopefully to learn from and encourage. My role is more of team manager/encourager. The director keeps talking about me playing some v-ball too and I keep trying to tell him that would be like putting a 4th grader on an Olympic v-ball team. No offense to all the 4th grade v-ball players out there...the gals are just head and shoulders above me skill-wise...and physically, too...as I am short.

3. Hey, did your visa ever arrive?

Yes! Just last week it arrived so I am good to go!

4. I thought you didn't like to fly...whuddup with that?

Yeah, flying is probably one of my least favorite modes of transportation. But alas, the destination on the other side is far more appealing than any fear I have. I am planning on bonding with flying on this trip, as it takes many hours to get to there...and back. Bring on the movies, books, writing time and snacks!

5. Why are you doing this?

In all honesty, I did try "ducking out" of this trip initially. But when I looked at all my reasons why I shouldn't go, they all could be traced back to fear. No way do I want to let fear make my decisions. So I prayed about it, talked to some trusted friends, and realized that this was an answer to prayer. I had been praying for a chance to spend time in another country and here was an opportunity. I love experiencing other cultures and seeing what God is doing outside of my 'lil world.

Did I miss any questions? Let me know if you have any questions I didn't address above and I will be happy to answer them!