My Dad and brother, Patrick, are headed over on the first stage of my parents moving to Cambodia. This was my view of their flight when I a’woke this morning. They’re only there for a little bit to get things ready for my parents to make the move, but it’s surreal to see them so close.
One of the most common questions that I have been asked lately is “how are you doing with this?” (my parents leaving for Cambodia). It’s not obnoxious, so if you have asked me, please don’t feel bad–but I thought that since lots of people have been asking I’d just put together a blog entry about it.
Answer: (sort of) I couldn’t be more proud of my parents, but if I’m honest, I’m a little terrified. I know that there is nothing to be worried about, though. I wrote about some of the peace I have with their journey here: “All I Can Do Is Pray“. The peace that I have is not the only thing that I feel, though. I feel like I will be losing two of the most influential people in my life. The people whom I have relied on since the day that I was born (in fact, add 9 months to that). They are the people who I know will support me (maybe not what I do, but me). They know me better than anyone else, and the thought of them not even being a phone call away causes me more aingst than I know is healthy. That is what terrifies me. I won’t have them close to me to ask questions, and be able to come over on a moments notice to make some adjustments to my toilet to better optimize the flush (thanks for that this morning Dad).
They will be so very missed, and until they walk through security at the airport to leave, I will not be able to fully answer the question of how I am doing. Until now, I’m doing really well with it. I’m more proud of my parents than words can express and I can’t wait to see the lives they are going to change. There is so much peace that comes from that.
Myself in Cambodia years-and-years ago
It started as an idea. Now, the time of my parents departure to another land is growing ever closer. This is the blog where you can catch up with their latest adventures and on the lives of the people that are supporting them. You’ll be seeing posts from me (their youngest son), from others involved in their amazing journey, and of course you’ll be seeing posts from my parents.
You can find out more information about my parents incredible journey on their main site, and don’t forget to keep checking here for more updates, stories, and ways to stay involved. My parents have had so much support already, and I can’t wait to see how they are going to be continually blessed by their journey.
To my parents! My your journey always draw you closer to those you love.