Jocelyn is off to TANZANIA

As many of you know, I have had a heart for Africa. It has been a dream of mine to go. I was supposed to go two years ago, but things changed and the trip was cancelled. I was devastated to know that i would not be going. But this did not turn me off of the idea of Africa, and i knew i would be going one day...

Well this Sunday is that one day, i will be flying out of Seattle and traveling to Dar es salaam! 

When i was approached with the idea of going i did not hesitate to volunteer and say YES!

This is one of the best times in my life to go, as Rachael and I have started to plan our year long missions trip, this acts as sort of the beginning stages as i step out on the African plains. I had been thinking of going somewhere this summer, whether it was Thailand, Maui or somewhere in Africa. My decision was made easily once I was given the opportunity to go where my heart truly has desired for years. 

This week has been a bit overwhelming as i am trying to organize the trip and get everything ready to go. but i know once i am there this week will just be the memories of a start to something new and exciting. 

i cannot wait to share the rest of my trip with you guys and am so excited to see what happens in Africa!

oh and i guess it is important to share what i will be doing there and who i am going with...! 

I will be going with UFV and working with the education system (perfect). There are already students over there that have been there for a month, so i will be kind of jumping into the group. this makes me a bit nervous as i do not know how they will react, but i am hoping for the best. 

Hope you all had a good Fathers day! Rachael and I will keep you posted on our lives! thanks for being a part of this!