Yes, Virginia, it is far

As in, the other side of the world. OK, so I am not really looking forward to a 16-hour plane ride. Nope, the very thought of it makes me a little claustrophobic and a whole lot antsy. Better not to think of it. I'll think about that tomorrow.

God has actually stilled my heart quite a bit on this issue. I think He has some kind of cool trick where He covers our eyes and protects our thoughts from dwelling on worrisome things we can't change.

So, if you are praying for me, I ask for continued covering of eyes and the courage to keep walking forward. Also, if you feel so inclined, please send me a book recommendation that I can download into my ipod. Don't send me a classic literature recommendation that I should have read in college, or will make me look smart on the plane. Send me the ONE book that you absolutely had to devour in one sitting, the one that you stayed up until 4 in the morning to finish, the one that engrossed your mind and heart to such an extent that you forgot you were on an airplane for hours and hours. And hours. That's the one.

asante!!