Two weeks from today I will leave for the Dominican Republic with my dad. I am going with Compassion International to see the work they do there with poor children. I am also going because my father wanted me to come along to meet children in another part of the world. I am very excited but also a bit nervous because I am scared of the plane trip.
This week my dad and I went to the travel clinic to learn if we needed any needles to go to Dominican Republic. We did. I hate getting needles. My dad had to hold me down and put his hand over my mouth so I wouldn't wiggle and scream, but after all that I didn't even feel the needle. So now the doctor says we're ready to go. He gave us some medicine we can take in case we get sick to our stomachs. He said we are not supposed to drink any tap water (everything we drink has to come from a sealed can or bottle), that we should not eat salad (which I don't mind) or any food that has been sitting for a while. We also have to be careful that we do not get bitten by too many mosquitoes.
We leave very early on Sunday morning (November 2) and have to take three flights. First we go to Chicago, then to Miami, and finally to Santo Domingo. It's going to be a long day (twelve hours) and dad says I won't be scared of planes by the end of it. He also says that he doesn't think our luggage will make it through that many airports!
I will write on my blog again next week to tell you why I am looking forward to going. I am hoping that lots of kids will read my blog while I'm in Dominican Republic so tell other kids about it!
This week my dad and I went to the travel clinic to learn if we needed any needles to go to Dominican Republic. We did. I hate getting needles. My dad had to hold me down and put his hand over my mouth so I wouldn't wiggle and scream, but after all that I didn't even feel the needle. So now the doctor says we're ready to go. He gave us some medicine we can take in case we get sick to our stomachs. He said we are not supposed to drink any tap water (everything we drink has to come from a sealed can or bottle), that we should not eat salad (which I don't mind) or any food that has been sitting for a while. We also have to be careful that we do not get bitten by too many mosquitoes.
We leave very early on Sunday morning (November 2) and have to take three flights. First we go to Chicago, then to Miami, and finally to Santo Domingo. It's going to be a long day (twelve hours) and dad says I won't be scared of planes by the end of it. He also says that he doesn't think our luggage will make it through that many airports!
I will write on my blog again next week to tell you why I am looking forward to going. I am hoping that lots of kids will read my blog while I'm in Dominican Republic so tell other kids about it!
Nick,
The kids and I will be reading along! I am excited for you. Can't wait to read more!
Love, Jo
I'm proud of you Nick for braving those needles. Mimi and I realyy enjoyed being with you all this last week. I'm holding you little cousin Ellie as I write this.
love Grandpa
So...we left a comment earlier but apparently it never made it. Nick, we are very excited for you!!!! We cannot wait to hear more about your trip. Don't worry about the plane! We know you'll enjoy being that high up in the sky:)
Hi Nick, this is a great opportunity for you! I will be following along with your posts!
Nick Nick-
This is Santa Claus, or Aunty Maryanne...whichever one you prefer. Welcome to blogging! We are already praying about your big trip. Cannot wait to hear you write all about it!
Way to go Nick...Plane rides used to freak me out too! Then I saw how brave Alicia was and not I'm not so scared anymore. I hope that this trip will help you to love Jesus more!
Nick,
I read your dad's blog, and found yours through his. It's awesome that you get to go to the DR! I bet it's going to be an eye-opening experience.
And I know how you feel about getting shots. I used to have to get shots for allergies, every week. It was not fun.
Hi Nice,
I'm a reader of your dad's blog and wanted to come over to yours to say hello. I know you will learn so much through this trip, and that it will be a great experience. You'll have to tell us all about what Compassion is doing in the Dominican Republic, and if you got to make any new friends there.
Blessings,
Jeri Tanner
What a good first blog post, Nick. We can't wait to read more! Love, Mimi
Hey Nick, this is David from church. I will be praying for you and your dad as you go on your trip(and for you mom and the rest of your family as they are at home)! I will pray that you will know more of Christ while you are there and that you will learn about the world he created. Also I will pray that God will keep you safe as you travel. See you soon! :-)
David
Nicky!
Great blog! WAY better than your Dad's!
Can't wait to read along.
Praying for you, buddy.
(Hey, maybe they will have schwarma in the DR - oh, never mind, too much lettuce.)
Dear Nick,
I came to your Blog through the link from Shlog (shaun groves). I will be praying for you as you head South. Way to be brave about the needles. I have 2 girls who are 8 & 10 and we don't live in the US right now. We miss it but we also enjoy meeting people from all over the world.
I hope you really enjoy meeting the children in the Dominican Republic and think it's great you are able to serve God with your Dad.
PS - the plane rides aren't bad - you'll be a pro by time you get home.
Hey Nick, this is Nick from Australia. Really cool to read your first blog, I look forward to reading the rest of your adventures! And don't worry about the planes - I've been on tons over the past few months (going to your place, and off to other places) and nothing's ever gone wrong. Absolutely nothing to worry about!
-Nick
Hi Nick:
Grandad, Auntie Em and I look forward to reading about your adventures. You are such a thoughtful, insightful person and your observations will be very interesting and compassionate.
Love Nana
P.S. I'm a little afraid of flying also, but I just say a little prayer while waiting for take-off....
Hey there Nick. I think it is so cool that you are getting to go on this trip with your dad and the other bloggers. I read your post after Shaun Groves mnetioned your site on his. Please know that my family (my wife, my son who is 11 and daughters who are 7 and 8) will be reading your blog and praying for you.
As for the plane ride - if you like roller coasters just pretend it's one big roller coaster ride (if you don't like them then pretend your driving off-road)!
Nick! I can't wait to read about how your trip goes and what you learn and observe along the way! We love you!
Love Auntie Susanna
I'll be writing about my trip to the DR on 5minutesformom.com, and I'm looking forward to the trip, too. I'm taking 2 airplanes, and I don't mind that at all. I like the time to read and listen to my ipod.
I will be leaving my 4 year old son and my 10 year old daughter at home, so I'm glad that in addition to reading my posts, they can read yours!