Hey everyone! It’s been about two weeks since I began my three month journey in missions! I arrived at training camp in Gainsville, Georgia on January 21st where I met the 13 other people I am serving with in Costa Rica and Nicaragua! At training camp I was greeted with love and kindness from my new squad mates and had no doubt in my mind that this was where I was meant to be! Although I was excited about this new adventure, I also missed the people I had just left behind and feared the unknown. Despite this, I knew that God lead me here for a reason and I trusted that he would be with me each step of the way!
At training camp I began to grow closer to my new friends and learned so much about the Lord. One of the biggest things I was reminded of while at training camp was to love others like God loves us and to meet people where they’re at. This is something I want to live out during this trip and for the rest of my life!
After training camp and a 24 hour travel day, we arrived at the church we’re staying at in Costa Rica! When we arrived, we were welcomed with beautiful decorations, smiles and holas ???? from our hosts! In this moment I felt so loved and accepted here! Since we arrived in Costa Rica we’ve had the opportunity to have fun and also had the opportunity to be the hands and feet of the Lord! We’ve had the chance to explore local towns, see monkeys, go for beautiful nature walks, eat lots of rice and beans, watch the sunrise over the mountain and so much more! While all this has been amazing the most incredible part of being here has been the opportunity to serve the Lord by building relationships with the locals, participating in the children’s ministry at the church, painting and cleaning up the neighbor across the street’s house and landscaping the church!
I am so grateful for this opportunity to be a part of this mission and for the ways God has shown up throughout the trip so far! Although it’s been challenging to leave my loved ones behind and travel to a different country with people I just met, it’s also been so incredible and I am so excited to see where this journey takes me!
(Also btw our route got changed from Guatemala, Panama and Nicaragua to Costa Rica and Nicaragua because of Covid-19)
SO PROUD OF YOU DAIL!! Miss and love you so much!! I know you are doing amazing things in Costa Rica! Pura vida!!
So exciting to read this update and to read about your happiness! We are so so proud of you and praying for your journey! Keep being that Ray of sunshine! We love you Dailey, your biggest fans in Houston! XO
We love you, Dailey!! Keep shining your light for all to see. We know God has you right where you need to be in Costa Rica! Soak up every glorious day there. ????
Love, Mommy
YESSSSS LETS GO DAILEY!!! I’m genuinely so proud of you. Everywhere you go you land on a cloud. Costa Rica is so your place and I can’t wait to hear more! ?????
Hola Dailey ??, So good to hear from you! Praying for you & your Mission Team every day. It will be neat to have days when you will see where God is working. Lots of rice & beans, yep!! ?????? any plantains? ??
You are part of a wonderful mission… all of you are rays of sunshine – touching all with love & kindness. So happy we can hear about your mission thru this site. ??????GM
Dale!!!!!! You are the coolest person ever and I am so happy for you!! I miss you so much but so glad to see you are doing good. Keep being your amazing self. Sending love and prayers to you always!!
So much love, Bridgett
So wonderful to read your recent update re: your experience and journey so far! Continued prayers and blessings are being lifted for you, your team and the people you are serving.
Dailey, so happy for you & so enjoyed reading your update. Know you are where you are suppose to be right now. Take it all in as you will remember it always. What an awsome adventure for you to have. Love, Sue
Dailey! Love getting your update on Costa Rica! We know that you are making a positive impact on people’s lives and what a great opportunity! Soak in the experience and have fun! Love! Nana & Grandpa
Wow! I can’t believe how much you have done in such a short space of time. I loved reading your news and seeing how the Lord is already teaching you many valuable things. What a joy to be used by the Lord in building his kingdom here on earth. Will continue to pray for you as I’m sure that amidst the blessing you are having to face challenges but the Lord grows us so much when we rely not on our strength but in His!
Proud of you Dailey-keep shining for Jesus
So happy to see your update. We couldn’t be more proud of you and your dedication.
Love, Aunt Barbara and Uncle Kenneth
Wow Dailey…..what an experience you are having in Costa Rica! I love your awesome attitude “being the hands & feet” of Our Lord on earth. I have you covered in prayer that you continue to shine your light on all those you meet.
Betty Z
Dailey, I know you are having an experience you will always remember. You are probably meeting some very dear people. I just recently ran across this and thought of you when I read it, “God doesn’t just call; He empowers those He calls. Because of their commitment to serve wherever they’re called, if God has placed them there, then they can trust He will care for them there.” I am praying for you.
Kristi