I have arrived safely in the Philippines. Prayers sent out for travel mercies on my behalf were answered...I even slept somewhat soundly throughout the combined 18 hours of flight. The last couple of days before my departure date were some of the most surreal times I have ever experienced. At times I would just stop and pray that God could give me a glimpse of reality because I didn't want to get on the plane and not feel prepared...but the surrealism that I exp...