Everything was officially turned in to my recruiter. My last black history month stamp that was stored away in my wallet was placed on the last envelope I had tucked away in my desk drawer and both had been eagerly mailed during an unanticipated extended lunch to the local post office. The last PDF scans of the last much waited documents had been uploaded and emailed. I had about 3 months to close out my Houston, Texas chapter of teaching and living: I had a brand new car, lease on an apartment, teaching contract to complete, and things needed to be either cleaned out, tossed out, or figured out how in fact they would get back home to Georgia where I decided to reside until getting my "Golden Ticket" to the UAE (hopefully by the end of summer).
You see, ADEC brings over new recruits in groups (Groups 1, 2, 3, etc). Each group leaves during different time periods (usually monthly) one after another starting in July. And you don't know which group you are apart of or when you you will get the infamous email with your clearance and plane ticket. So, it truly is a waiting game. So while you wait, it is important to be productive and PRAYERFUL.
Some things to consider months before your departure....(While you Wait)
Preparing To Go Checklist
Packing List
Also, the Footprints website has a list you can check out for essentials.
As I look back on this particular situation, I can't help but to be in awe of what God had brought me through and to. I had came to Houston with two duffel bags, a dollar, and a dream and was leaving Houston in my sister's SUV that was packed from side to side and front to back with possessions I had accumulated over the past two years (I'm obsessed with thrifting, shopping, and decorating). She had previously taken a load for me during a visit prior to this haul. I was truly grateful for my support system.
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