Something Original

Okay, so after a lot of agony, it looks like I finally have this blog up and running. With a history of technological impairment, I may be speaking too soon, but if that's the case, I'll figure it out.

This is the first post on my blog that will be dedicated entirely to my upcoming adventure, living and working in Bangkok, Thailand! As a first year teacher, I can say that I'm very nervous and not feeling adequately prepared yet...but I'll get there. As a traveler, I'm excited for the new adventures ahead and the opportunity to serve God by working with international teens. It's hands on, and I haven't really had that kind of a ministry since I left Cambodia 2 years ago.

So, what's with the title? Well, mostly I wanted an original title for my first post...not "First Post." Actually putting "Something Original" made me laugh, so I kept it. But after that, I realized that it really does fit. Two years ago, I had no idea I'd be doing this, and yet, it fits me. It's out-of-the-box...it's not the usual ending. Taking a teaching job overseas, while many other people do pursue that of course, is something a little more on the original side. It's that "road less traveled." And I have found that path to make all the difference.

Right now, as I'm still in the States, it really feels like a crossroads in my life, where all the different sides of me intersect. Feel free to follow my adventure on this blog! It all begins July 22.