I'd really like everyone to watch this video! While the scenes are from a YWAM base in New Zealand, this is why I am going. I know it is long, but it is so powerful!

I now have less than two months until I am supposed to be arriving in England. Slowly, things are beginning to come together. (Slowly.) My dog has a new home set up, furniture and other things are finding new homes, and generous people are giving their support. I am so thankful that God is enabling me to go!

I'll keep you posted as I keep getting ready!

T-minus 3 months, 10 days until I will be in York.

It's stunning how time is flying! Already a month has gone by since I was accepted to the Discipleship Training School (DTS) at the YWAM base there. Time is a strange concept.

At this point, demons of despair (how will I pay?), doubt (is this really God's will?), and worry (what if I get sick/hurt/homesick?) are really working on me. I have never placed myself in a place where I have to rely on God so much before, and let me tell you, it is not easy! Each morning, I have to release my worries to Him. Matthew 6:25-34 really helps! This is the beginning of a new, good habit, I hope!

I feel like I have so much to do, and in so little time! Furniture and possesions need to be sold or given away, my dog needs a new home (sad face!), a visa and vaccinatons (ew) need to be obtained, etc. I'm still working full time, and trying to cram in as much time with friends and family as I can! Life is busy, but exciting.

I am looking forward to seeing God provide!

PS: If you are wondering about the title of this blog, here's the scoop. An aria is a type of song, usually in an opera if I am not mistaken. I have never heard an aria that I know of, but I find the word to be beautiful and musical in its own way. I want my life to be a sweet song for my Lord, hence Sweet Aria!