E Komo Mai (Welcome)...

So, if you’re here, you’re probably wondering why you are here.

I have decided to start this blog as a way of keeping in touch with everyone while I am away. It’s a way for you to check up on me and keep updated…at your own leisure, of course.

So, now you may be wondering, “Where are you going?”.

For those of you who don’t know yet…I am going on a medical mission in January 2010 with a Christian organization called, Mercy Ships.

Logically, the next question would be, “Why?”. Honestly, a mission trip is something that has been on my heart for years now…but, other things had to come first, like finishing my education, getting some experience with my career, and saving money.

Last year, I finally made up my mind to start pursing this desire of mine…a chance to “marry” my career and my faith. After a few months of looking into different organizations, my heart jumped after looking at Mercy Ships a second time around. For the last year and a half, I have been in contact with the people of Mercy Ships, seeing if I am a good fit for their organization, and finding a time for me to join them and their mission. The year 2009 had all of their pharmacy positions filled, so I was slotted in for the beginning of 2010.

After waiting for a bit more…the vast majority of the details are in, and I am starting to put things together.

I’m inviting you all to join me on this journey of a lifetime. Walk along with me as I prepare for my 6 months away, and be with me as I dock on the Africa Mercy…