He Never Leaves Us...

 When we plan out what we think our next step is I think God sometimes has a good laugh. 

  And then He has to tell us "no my child this is not what I want you to be doing. You have a few things right, but no now look over here and I'll show you a little more of the picture. You can't see the whole thing yet because your not ready. You can't see what things will be like in 5 years from now, I can't even show you what things will be like 1 year from now. Well....not even 6 months from now. You might think you are ready to know, but you aren't ready to know. Just keep holding My hand and we will walk together. You will question Me at times but just keep trusting that I will show you the next step."

It's not easy to always keep following God's step and waiting for Him to show me what to do next but this isn't about me. Our life isn't about us. We were created to worship Him, to serve Him. So why do we always feel like it's our job to make sure everything goes correctly according to our human minds? Why do we always try to control "our" lives? It's not about us.

Things here have been challenging for the last couple weeks. But God has been teaching me so much and I am so thankful for His continual love for me no matter how much I stubble and fall. And no matter how much I question Him.

Blessings, 

Morgan

Surrendering To God:

My Flight Is Booked!

 I finally booked my flight to Uganda on Friday and will be leaving on February 25th!!

This definitely has not been an easy process. There seemed to be so many obstacles to get through and once I got through one there seemed to be yet another one to get through. I am so excited to see what God has for me to do while I am there!!

If you're trying to achieve, there will be roadblocks. I've had them; everybody has had them. But obstacles don't have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don't turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.
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Obstacles don't have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don't turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.
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 Obstacles don't have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don't turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or walk around it. 

Michael Jordan

If you're trying to achieve, there will be roadblocks. I've had them; everybody has had them. But obstacles don't have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don't turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.
Michael Jordan
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If you're trying to achieve, there will be roadblocks. I've had them; everybody has had them. But obstacles don't have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don't turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.
Michael Jordan
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If you're trying to achieve, there will be roadblocks. I've had them; everybody has had them. But obstacles don't have to stop you. If you run into a wall, don't turn around and give up. Figure out how to climb it, go through it, or work around it.
Michael Jordan
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My Passport Is Here!!

The next step is done! My passport is finally here!! It took a lot longer than I thought it would, but I know God's timing is better than my own. It's so exciting to see everything coming together! Now on to booking my flight. I will let you guys know when exactly I'm leaving as soon as I book it. 

Thank you guys for your support! 

~ Uganda Bound ~ 

Daybook

~ Outside my window: It is very dark, cold, and windy. There are no stars to be seen in the sky tonight. 

~  I am thinking: How exciting it is to see my mission trip finally coming together. I can't believe its almost been a year since I first started talking about going to Uganda. God has brought it all together and I can't wait to go, and see what He has in store for me there! 

~ In the kitchen: It is quiet and clean until morning!

~ I am wearing: My comfy black sweat pants and a t-shirt. 

~ I am creating: Some beanies, scarves, and baby hats to help raise money for my mission trip. 

~ I am wondering: What 2014 has in store. I can't believe how fast 2013 has gone past. 

~ I am hoping: To get most of my Christmas presents done this week.

~ I am learning: To try not to rush things. God's timing is so much better then my own. 

~ Around the house: The fire is quietly burning down, while mom and I sit on the couch relaxing. 

One of my favorite things: Spending time with my amazing family. I don't know what I would do without all have my crazy siblings. 

~ A favorite quote for today:   

 Do What You Can,

Where You Are,

With What You Have. 

Please follow this link! TSWD

10 Random Facts about myself!

I thought it be fun to let you guys know a little more about me and who I am!!

1. I am one of 12 children, and am the fifth oldest.

2. When I was 15 years old I was adopted. It was one of the best days of my life.

3. You probably already know this, but I am going to Jinja, Uganda this January. I can't wait to see what God has in store for me there!! The thing you probably don't know is....this will be my first time ever getting on a plane! Sooooo that will be interesting!

4. I love children so much!! Someday I hope to be able to adopt and give other children a better home, and life, just like I was given.

5. Music is another one of my passions, I taught myself how to play guitar and piano, and am currently trying to teach myself the dulcimer. I don't know what I would do without music!!

6. I love Converse Shoes, I believe that they go with anything! Most women collect lots of jewelry, I collect converse!

7. I love to get dirty! Four wheeling is one of my favorite ways to play in the mud!!

8. My natural hair color is blond. Most people don't know that because its been about 3 years since I've had it my natural color! I've enjoyed coloring it many other colors. But I'm actually thinking about coloring it back to blond again. I'll just have to see.

9. I love to crochet and design my own blankets, scarves, hats, and whatever else I can imagine.

10. Reading has always been one of my favorite things to do. Whenever we go on vacation I always make sure I have plenty of books to read!! 

Hope you enjoyed this!

~ Morgan

Lilla Rose Fundraiser:

 
Just wanted to give you guys the current link to the Lila Rose website.  www.lillarose.biz/parties/2976 This is one of the fundraisers I a very good family friend started, to help raise money for my mission trip to Uganda. These make great gifts and Christmas is just around the corner!! 

Uganda Bound! 

~ Morgan  ~

Lilla Rose party:

 A very good family friend of ours has started a Lilla Rose party to help raise money for my mission trip to Uganda. I don't have long hair, but my mom and sisters have loved some of the things that she sent to them. Here is the link www.lillarose.biz/parties/2818. I encourage you to check it out. Their stuff is beautifully made! There also is a sale going on so it is a perfect time for you to order some things!! Just think....Christmas is right around the corner.  These would make great Christmas gifts!

Have a blessed day!! 

~Morgan~

We Are Almost...

To Our October Goal!!!

Just wanted to let you all know how close we are to making our October goal! Thank you so much to everyone who has donated towards this goal. I couldn't do this without all of you! 

~Uganda 2014~

Worrying.....

does nothing good.

Reaching My Goal......

.....one donation at a time!!!

I just want to say thank you to everyone who has donated money towards my trip so far! Every little bit has added up!!!  This is how much I have towards my October goal of purchasing my round-trip plane ticket.  :)  I wouldn't be able to do this if it weren't for all of you. Thank you so much! 

 ~ Uganda 2014 ~

Hey Guys!
 Just wanted to thank everyone who has donated to our trip so far! Right now any money you donate is going towards our tickets. Each ticket will cost about $1600. Our goal for October is to raise enough to be able to buy our tickets by the end of the month. We appreciate anything you can contribute to this goal!! 
 ~ Uganda 2014

Whoever brings blessing will be enriched, and one who waters will himself be watered. 

~ Proverbs 11:25

 Please pray for Tirzah Poppinga who is a teen girl who finished school six months early, so that she could go to Haiti last year on a mission trip. She is now back there for another nine months. Here is a link to her blog please check it out and keep her in your prayers!!
http://tirzahpoppinga.blogspot.com/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+TirzahJoy+%28Tirzah+Joy%29

God bless! 
~ Morgan 

Uganda Mission Trip 2014:

You Can Make A Difference:

 When I tell people about the mission trip that I am going on in January. A lot of them tell me how they wish they could be a part of something like that. The thing is, you can be a part of this vision.  You might not be able to take off two months and go to Uganda like I have been blessed with the opportunity to. But you can sow into these precious lives by praying for us before, and while we are there. You can also donate towards the mission trip. Yes you might not have a lot of money. But how about one day this week giving up your coffee and donating it to this mission trip? Yes that might only be $5 dollars, but 5$ can make a difference. Just think if I can get 500 people, or even 100 people to give up their coffee for one day this week. Think of how much will be put into this missions trip and these precious lives that I will be able to work with. Please share this with your friends and family and see how many people you we get that would be willing to sow into this ministry by giving up their coffee one day this week.

Have a blessed week!
 ~ Uganda 2014

T-shirts Are Here!!

Can you imagine being a small child and losing your parents, or a young child living on your own on the streets with no love or hope of a future, or even a widow with small children and no way to feed them or yourself? These are heartbreaking realities for millions in Uganda. 

We have been given the opportunity to go and work with Next Generation Ministries in Uganda from the beginning of January 2014 – March 2014. 

If you would like more information you can email us at livingmylifeonestepatatime@gmail.com

You can also learn more about Next Generation Ministries on their blog: http://nextgenministries.blogspot.com/

Please follow us by liking our Facebook page at ~ Uganda Mission Trip 2014.

 

We are selling these t-shirts (my mom designed) to raise money for our mission trip. The picture shows the different color choices and also you can purchase the shirt with or without the scripture reference.  Below is a list of sizes available.  You can order them through paypal by just clicking the donate button on the right hand side bar. Please leave your information along with your order in the comment section. 

Thank you so much for being a part of this vision! 

 

	Blue/Green With Bible Verse:	Pink/Green With Bible Verse:	Blue/Green No Bible Verse:	Pink/Green No Bible Verse:
Youth:
X-Small:
Small:
Medium:
Large:
Adult:
Small:
Medium:
Large:
X-Large:
2X-Large:	(Price of Shirt +$1.50)	(Price of Shirt +$1.50)	(Price of Shirt +$1.50)	(Price of Shirt +$1.50)
3X-Large:	(Price of Shirt +$2.50)	(Price of Shirt +$2.50)	(Price of Shirt +$2.50)	(Price of Shirt +$2.50)
4X-Large:	(Price of Shirt +$3.00)	(Price of Shirt +$3.00)	(Price of Shirt +$3.00)	(Price of Shirt +$3.00)
5X-Large:	(Price of Shirt +$3.50)	(Price of Shirt +$3.50)	(Price of Shirt +$3.50)	(Price of Shirt +$3.50)

 

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Shirt Prices:

·         1 Shirt ~ $20 each(Plus additional cost based on size)

·         2 or more shirts ~ $15 each (Plus additional cost based on size)

·         Family Discount: 2 Adult shirts for $20 each, get any number of additional shirts for your children for $10 each (Plus additional cost based on size)

*Shipping and handling ~ $5.00

  Depending on availability orders will be mailed out asap.  Out of stock orders will be shipped as soon as new shirts are in stock. 

Thank you for being a part of my mission trip!