People. 

They've stretched my heart and heightened my gratitude. God has really used this experience from the very beginning to open my eyes to the blessings that individuals are. From all the faculty who signed forms and served as liaisons to every supporter and prayer warrior. I wouldn't be here without them. God wove an incredible tapestry of human connection and I just have to step back in awe of how gracefully he has used both believers and non-believers to advance his kingdom. Relying so much on the physical and spiritual support of others has been a humbling reminder that we aren't meant to hike this journey alone. We are meant for community in which every person contributes their God-given gifts. . 

When I boarded the plane, God wasn't done working through his children. Within a week, I met some of the most incredible, interesting, diverse, challenging, and fun people that I have ever had the privilege to know. The international students were here for 4 days before the UK students arrived. A group of about eight of us international students ranging from Israeli to German formed a tight-knit group. I'm not even sure how it evolved. Nonetheless, they've been a blessing. I've had so much fun and my ignorance is diminishing with every cross-cultural conversation. I feel more comfortable navigating and integrating into the British culture when I have other newbies by my side! I'm so grateful for all of these people. wonderful and unique. people. 

Refueling like a proper Brit with afternoon tea and good friends.

You're a bit of home, Brooke.
Liverpool, September 23