It's nearly unfathomable to believe I've already been in Scotland for twelve days. I feel like I just arrived yesterday while simultaneously feeling like I have always been here. It's nice to feel at home 4,454 miles from home. It took me about a week to adjust to the time zone here and to finally beat my jet lag, but things are finally all evened out for me now. (Side note: Having jet lag and being a natural night owl is about the worst combination out there. I don't recommend it.) I love Glasgow. Everything I need is just a short walk away: groceries, shopping (trying to avoid this), parks, libraries, etc. Even though we are located near a lot of establishments and there is road noise most of the night, I still feel secluded in our own little area of Glasgow. I can walk 10 minutes or less to catch a bus to the City Centre where there is shopping, food, museums, and lots of busking. I've already made lasting friendships since arriving and God has already revealed so much to me. It's amazing how sometimes a step of faith is all we need to realize just how much He has planned for us. Honestly, I struggled so much with coming here. It's crazy, I know, but I'm definitely a "comfort zone" person and I fought God every step of the way. It's not that I didn't want to come; I was just so terrified. Terrified of change, terrified of being all alone in a foreign place, terrified of life, terrified of surrendering my will to His. I hadn't even been here 24 hours before I felt complete peace about being here. I'm not, and haven't been, homesick. I just sit and bask in God's grace and glory constantly. I keep telling people that He opened a door, pushed me through, and then locked it. He has already broken my will to His and I'm so incredibly thankful. What a wonderful life I'm living! I've been blessed to be able to just spend time learning about God and missions, serving Him, serving others, and all while experiencing life in a place I've always dreamed of but never thought I would actually see with my own eyes. I can't stress enough how very blessed I am. Please be in prayer for each of us (and Frances, who is missing from the picture) as we let God mold us into who He needs us to be. We are here to learn and be used and that's what we intend to do!
Things I love right now: 1. Walking everywhere. 2. The cool weather. 3. Drinking tea (with milk) several times a day. 4. Living in community. 5. Food. My appetite has gotten out of control.
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Aunt Geri
9/8/2015 01:50:54 pm
I'm so happy that you are happy in Glasgow; sounds like a lovely place to be! God bless you and your friends as you learn more about Him every day!!
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Shirley
9/8/2015 02:53:05 pm
Hey! Sounds like things are working out for you there! So very happy for you. I pray for you every day! Just remember all we've talked about. Love you!
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Christopher
9/8/2015 04:56:40 pm
looks like a blast, be safe!
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Mildred Benton
9/8/2015 09:56:17 pm
My dear granddaughter, your post made me so incredibly happy. We had Daughters of Zion prayer last night so I prayed for you more than usual and part of my prayer was for you to submit your will to His. So happy that you are happy and content. Love you.
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Sandra Egan
9/8/2015 10:40:50 pm
I am so so happy for you!!! You are truly Blessed to be surrounded by good friends and a beautiful country. But most of all GOD is leading your way!!! Excited for you!!!!!! 😊 ❤️😘⭐️🙏
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Charlotte Woods
9/10/2015 08:00:31 am
Darling daughter of mine!! I'm so happy for you. I have no doubt whatsoever that this is God;s will for you right now. I too, feel such peace about you being there. You know that I'm usually such a worry wart and my mind can go haywire with scenarios. But I'm not worried about anything. I feel perfectly calm even though you are over 4000 miles away. Make the most of this incredible experience (I know you will)! I love you so very much and you are always in my heart and prayers.
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Melanie
9/16/2015 08:35:59 pm
My sweet Ash!! What joy you brought to my heart when reading your post...I am so proud of you and know that God has a purpose and plan for you being in Scotland!! There is no better place to be than to be basking in the presence of our Heavenly Father!! I love and miss you!! Love, Aunt Nana
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Holly
9/22/2015 08:38:34 am
:)
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