We are in India. Here you leave the airport feeling like an alien from outer space—everyone is intrigued with the way you look and act. Here the food burns your mouth with various sweet and savory flavors, and riding in traffic, you experience sensory overload with a constant symphony of honking horns and loud mufflers. The language barrier is tough, but smiling is universal, so is laughing! Risks are plentiful, but they are also worth it. Tap water is unsafe, but so are fruits and vegetables that are without tough skin. Being a missionary is questionable and frowned upon, but God is there, and He will make a way.
We are in India. The scent of freshly made curry and various baked goods waft through the open windows. Cows, bulls, dogs, and pigs walk the streets around and through busy traffic. One seated scooters hold 2-4 people while speeding between cars, buses, and other forms of transportation as if there are no rules saying otherwise whatsoever.
We are in India.
We are in awe, speechless even.
India has captured our hearts.
We are in love.
This is really happening.
We are really here.
Awesome!
What a marvelous description of India. Thanks for helping me picture your surroundings and imagine the smells . Love you sweetheart!
Love reading your blogs and can’t wait to hear about how God leads your group in India!! What an exciting adventure using you all as the hands and feet of Jesus!! Love you!!
Love hearing what God has put in your direction!! Such an awesome experience. Look forward to reading your blogs. Will keep you in my prayers!! Godspeed.
Leana, that is an astonishing description of India. Thanks for sharing.
Wonderful description of your first experience in India. You gave me insight to what it means to be away from your comfort zone and following after where Jesus is taking you. Just know that Psalm 91 gets prayed over you everyday. As you make your journey this next 11 months, I will break down the verse in the way the Lord has me to pray for you.
Ps 91:1 He who dwell in the shelter of the most high will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.
LeAnna who stays connected with the Lord (even out of her comfort zone) has the comforting covering of peace and rest of the Lord Almighty as she lays her head down at night or makes her way through the day seeking the Lord’s face.
Love you LeAnna. God’s blessings Love Vicky
God’s blessing on you LeAnna! . Enjoyed your description. Many prayers offered up for you.
Thanks so much for allowing us to be a part of your trip. We look forward to reading your blogs. Thanks again for sharing!! God Bless!
I had no idea you were a poet. That was lovely Dear.
Sandy
So proud of you! I always wanted to do something like that! I’m too chicken now! Praying for you!
Thank you for your wonderful update Leanna. I know the eyes of The Lord are on you. Please continue to send your updates. Love you
Thanks for sharing your mission trip with us.You are in our prayers!
Glad you made it safely there. Now to the tasks ahead of you!
We will be praying.
You are so strong and I love that you are following the calling of the Holy Spirit. The Lord is your strength and your shield.We love you and pray for you and your work daily.
Just got word about the mosquitoes! Praying god will assist you in finding relief and comfort quickly. In the mean time scratch gently!!! Love you-mom
Just got word about the mosquitoes! Praying god will assist you in finding relief and comfort quickly. In the mean time scratch gently!!! Love you-mom
Just got word about the mosquitoes! Praying god will assist you in finding relief and comfort quickly. In the mean time scratch gently!!! Love you-mom
Enjoying your updates. Please keep them coming. Keeping you in my prayers. Nancy Daniel
Thank you for the updates; enjoyed reading them and keeping up with you…Our prayers are with you and your team.
I hope those mosquitoes aren’t too bad 🙂 praying for you and your team!
Thank you for the update…been praying for your and your team mates; and will continue through out the year if the Lord allows me. May the Lord continue to bless you all; great will be your reward in Heaven.
LeAnna, I am so excited for you! Thank you for sharing with us as you live this journey. What an amazing God we serve! I pray He will keep you safe this year. I love you!
I have been enjoying reading your blogs again today along with your team mates updates. Looks like you folks have renamed your team, been busy opening your café, and meeting the locals with your yummy coffee. We like the new name and the things you are doing. Draw strength knowing we are holding you close daily with love and prayer. May God’s angels surround you and keep you safe as you serve those who need you. I love you!
Glad you made it safely! Look forward to following your blog!