10 Days and Counting

In-country preparations are right on schedule. On Sunday, the team gave our 7750presentation at the Simpsonville Rotary Club. The audience included several members of the local Korean community and we presented in Hangul in order for them to provide some suggestions and feedback. The evening was a success--fellowship and feedback. (And I must mention the barbeque from Henry’s--It was fabulous!) I am so absolutely excited about this trip. Departure day is almost here ...

Thinking about the scope of opportunity GSE is providing is humbling. It isn’t just the month abroad, either. I’ve met so many great people through the various orientations, meetings, and training sessions. All of those friendships are blessings.

25 Days Left

The trip has always been real, even back in September. The month in South Korea was never one of those Oh, it's so far away, it will never get here, there's PLENTY of time deals. We knew from the outset there was much preparation and work to do, but more importantly that the period of time from September to April 3rd would pass very quickly.

With 25 days left until our departure, urgency now attends our meetings. Plans that were until recently just plans have to be finalized. It's almost time to pack.

Each day, something new I wish I had taken care of earlier surfaces or some detail that should have been thought about beforehand presents itself for consideration. There is a little bit of panic. When panic visits, I remind myself of something that Ken Tucker told us at our first GSE meeting in Simpsonville:

Folks, don't forget to have fun.