Picture this Prep Time...

Take a look at this progress and the amazing people who have helped with my journey to Asia!

these are the peole who stepped in to help me build breakfast burritos:

I was challenged to send Ellen an email asking if she would help me raise my funds.. so i did:

Much needed encouragement and details from Alli and Elise:

Said "goodbye" to Micheals Cantina to make time for more fundraising:

Selling "Alicia to Asia" bracelets as a fundraiser:

Garage Sale Fundraiser Total = $874!!! Yea!! we had some fun along the way with this one!

Breakfast Burrito Supplies:



Many coffee dates and engergy drinks have helped keep me going:

..along with a few margaritas:



And ALOT of Mexican food!! along with great times with Casey :)

I have had some crazy adventures:

Had to say some very difficult goodbyes:

And welcomed a few very precious new people into my life:



And thru it all God has allowed me to smile and learn how to be thankful for every step.

It has been a journey, to say the least. A journey that i wouldnt have any other way. God is teaching me so much already.. and im sure i will learn much much more!!!