Official Countdown

. . . to the end of the school term that is! 6 days 4 papers 800 pages of reading 2 exams!! Can someone hook up the caffeine i.v. drip? (Thanks for coffee gift card - Dan & Steph!) Following this next week, I will need to begin focusing on my trip to Niger and packing the "outfit" for the next few years. This includes purchasing items not available in Niger - suntan lotion, mosquito repellent, dishes, clothes, etc... I am also off speaking in churches, participating in a wedding - bridesmaid - and hoping to relax and visit family and friends. Then, I am off East for language school and the next phase begins!! To all who are tracking with me and praying - thanks!

One Month Left!

Well, there is officially one month of school left to go! I am busy preparing projects, papers and readings. Admittedly, I am not busy at the moment - I am either taking a needed brain break, or procrastinating - depending on your viewpoint!! I would appreciate prayer for health, energy and motivation to persevere through this month. As I approach the end of the term and can begin to see all that needs to be done in May to prepare, I am finding myself easily distracted as I study. I am, however, thoroughly enjoying my time at Seminary. I have enjoyed all the friendships I have developed. I have also enjoyed the vast reading and research that I've had to do - and still have to do - as it is all directly applicable to my future ministry. I have learned lots!! Despite the pressures of this next month that I am not looking forward to, I will miss this place when I leave and am eager to return on my home assignment to complete my degree. Well, the coffee I am drinking to stay awake through the next few hours is nearing the bottom of my cup, so it is now time to stop avoiding the inevitable - and return to the library! Blessings to all my friends this week!