Well friends and family, the much awaited journey is upon us. I will be traveling to Uganda and Kenya to represent all of you who contributed to our amazing fund raising efforts so that Off The Mat could do what we do best! Make the world a better place by serving the needs of others! Can I get a hell yea on that! So far we have raised $507,604!!!!! These funds along with our dedicated service while we are in Uganda will not doubt have a lasting impact. We are working with Shanti Uganda, Building Tomorrow, The New Hope School and PSI/YouthAIDS. Click here for more info on our projects and partners.
I am officially all packed up. Two pieces of checked luggage, weighing 50 pounds each, full of donation items and a carry on with every thing that I will own/need during this journey will literally be on my back at about 27 pounds. Yikes. This is going to be a mission. I’m counting on luggage carts once we arrive in Entebbe. My biggest concern is that my very last stop on this nearly month long adventure is where a ton of my donation items are heading, so that means I’ll be trekking these bags across continents & oceans to reach Africa… and then all freakin’ over Africa as well.
OK, now to get back to my preparations. Follow the journey here to check in for my daily (or so) updates. And please leave your comments, b/c I’m going to miss you!!! I love you and am overwhelmed by your love & support.
Bon voyage Terri!! We are so proud of you and can’t wait to be follow your adventure across Africa. Sending extra light, love and hugs your way.
hell yea!
Have fun, Be Safe. Make a Differance. We Love YOU.
I love you more than words. Go do your thing so the rest of the world can fall in love with you the way that we have. I am so proud of you. And don’t forget to come home safely. We need you here too.
(and if you happen to find that special little something we talked about while you are there, so much the better!)
Terry,
What a wonderful experience you have in front of you. Have a great time!
proud of you go with God
You are inspiring to all of us! May you have a blessed trip and feel the love that you are spreading because we will feel it from here! You go girl!
Yay! Congrats, Terri! This is so exciting. I look forward to following you on your trip. Woo hoo!
Love ya,
Mel
Terri:
Many blessings in Africa – we love you and will miss you!!! xoxoxo
Hi Terri!!! Can’t wait to read about your adventures!!!!!!
XOXO
Kim
I’m so proud of you! Have a wonderful time! I’ll miss you while you’re gone!
xoxo
Hey how is life in Africa treating you? We miss you and looking forward to your next blog.
YOU GO GIRL!!! I’M SO PROUD OF YOU. YOU ARE such AN AMAZING PERSON and you are doing such AMAZING things. May GOD be with you on you’r journey and keep you safe, and out of harm’s way. Love ya!!
Jambo mama!!! You go girl!!! All that yoga practice and patience will get you through to your destination!!! Remember to drink Tuskar (i thhink that’s what its called) beer
That is is awesome, you are truly amazing!
may you bring back great memories of wonderful moments!! enjoy this adventure and be safe.
Terri,
You are truly an inspiring and amazing woman! I am in awe of your dedication and commitment to service. It’s a privilege to know you.
Be safe and be well as you spread the love across the Motherland. I look forward to your journal of this very special experience. Peace & Blessings on your sojourn! Namaste.
Wow, Terri, you just reminded me how spoiled I am. Hearing about those women’s stories makes all my problems seem silly. God bless you and your companions on this journey. We’ll miss you. Keep writing everyday!
You go Aunt Terri. I’m so proud to be your niece. You are living the dream. Living in Florida going to India and Africa. But the part that I love most is that your heart just keeps growing. Helping others all over the world. I love you so much.
Terri:
It sounds like you are being embraced and embracing this project with all your heart. It is such a beautiful thing you are doing and it is so lovely how you are giving these girls the opportunity to see themselves – something we take for granted each day.
I send you love and strength – Happy Valentine’s Day Terri – you are someone who is teaching our community to love and give more. xoxoxoxo
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR TEAM. YOUR STORIES ARE AMAZING ON WHAT IS BEING DONE. AND THE HARDSHIPS THAT IS ENDURED TO THE AFRICIANS IS DEPLORABLE.
WITH YOUR EFFORTS AND PRAYERS THERE IS STILL HOPE.
IN ENDURING THIS LABOR OF LOVE.
i second your nieces motion! You are inspiration!
xoxo
niki