No outlet

Today was the big day.  After months of planning and preparation, I was on my way, excited, but more than a little nervous.  So it was ironic and kind of hilarious that driving into the airport there's a traffic sign that says No Outlet.  Yup, this was it.  The flights and travel all went well, and I didn't even cry as I left Grand Rapids. But leaving Houston was another story.  By the time I found my gate I only had a few minutes before boarding, so I didn't get to find anything to eat or buy a Starbucks or anything!  I only had a minute more to talk to my parents and that last conversation with mom was hard, but it's looking like we will still be able to communicate a lot here. 
I am staying with Liz, the internship coordinator I've been communicating with, until Saturday, and then she will take me to my family.  Liz seems great and it has been nice to relax in her house this afternoon.  She did give me a little more information about my family, which leads me into a prayer request.  She forgot that my family has another child, a 2 year old, in addition to the one they're expecting, which is due in November!  YIKES!!  For those who know me well, small children aren't my thing, so this will be a stretch!  No outlet indeed.  :)   I also learned more about the ministry though, and I'm very excited about getting started with that.  It sounds like the church is doing great things in the community.