I’ve gone to church all my life. Before I was even out of my mother’s womb, I was going to church. By the time I was 12 years old, I knew how Sunday’s … Read more about I am a church hater.
No WiFI & No Problems
If you don’t know, I’m in Ethiopia. I am literally in the middle of nowhere without WiFi. So I’m gonna try my best to get you up to date with my 16 thoughts for the 16 days … Read more about No WiFI & No Problems
It Only Took a Tattoo and an Hour.
We are ending our time in Europe. I can’t believe how fast and slow these past 3 months have gone. I have experienced every kind emotion that humans possess… or at least it seems like … Read more about It Only Took a Tattoo and an Hour.
Sorry the old Marianna can’t come to the phone cause she’s dead.
With the events that have happened recently in my life, I have seemed to forget who I am. I don’t think this is something people usually encounter on the Race around month 8. But here I … Read more about Sorry the old Marianna can’t come to the phone cause she’s dead.
I Fought For My Brother’s Life
To be honest, I started to write this blog with a horrible point. I was angry and I wanted lash out on the Church, forgetting that I am part of the Church. My boasting was far too self focused and … Read more about I Fought For My Brother’s Life
Helpless, Not Hopeless
I distinctly remember when I looked at my good friend, Maggie, and said “I think the hardest part of the Race is over for me! I know things will be frustrating but I truly think that things are … Read more about Helpless, Not Hopeless
Don’t Tell My Mama But I Got Stung By A JellyFish.
Hey everyone! I HAVE EXCITING NEWS TO ANNOUNCE!!!! 1. I cannot thank you all for all the support you have shown me this year. Not just financially, but emotionally and … Read more about Don’t Tell My Mama But I Got Stung By A JellyFish.
A Dream that Wouldn’t Stay Quiet.
The past couple days I have been extremely discouraged. March 18th marked the halfway point of the Race. It’s during this time that a lot of people start feeling homesick. I’ve … Read more about A Dream that Wouldn’t Stay Quiet.
God Uses the Average People.
When I worked at Woodlands Camp, I remember specifically a time when a friend of mine was telling his testimony. There was a phrase he said that stuck with me. He said: All my life, I have felt … Read more about God Uses the Average People.