Happy Anniversary

As I’m walking around Ayala Mall yesterday one of locals I’ve met since living in Cebu wished me Happy Thanksgiving. At that moment I recognized the day. I’d caught a 6 a.m. flight from Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport one year prior. The moment was surreal. I’d been living abroad for one year.

As I sit and compose my thoughts are still jumbled. A group text from friends in the U.S. started yesterday. Friends gave thanks and talked about food and football. I read each message with fond memories yet I knew and still know that era has ended.

My time is now. My place is here. On multiple occasions my response to the questions of “how do you like living there?” and “when are you coming back?” I’ve responded, “I don’t like living here and I’m staying here until He puts me somewhere else.”

Most people don’t like the ambiguity of my answer but it’s the most accurate response for the questions. I’m not here on vacation. I’m working here as I’m unable to complete what’s needed in the U.S. without working a full time position which would extend my timeframe by months, perhaps years. My vision for my team haven’t manifested; therefore, I will remain until that’s completed. When the next move is needed I’ll be well fitted.

Today, Friday, November 29, 2019, I am grateful that:

With no source of income all my needs have been met for the last year. No safety net other than Him(all that’s needed) I have plenty.

I was included on the group text messages. Reading of holiday food, football, and upcoming Christmas parties was refreshing. It was also a poignant reminder to stay purposefully persistent. My course is my own and those needed along the journey will be provided. Should I need something or someone He will and has made them available at just the right time.

Daryl Cavitt and I had a conversation yesterday. We didn’t get a chance to go as indepth as either of us would have enjoyed yet there are certainly some projects and opportunities which could prove mutually beneficial to us both. It’ll be interesting to see what the future holds.

Happy Thanksgiving. Be Impactful!