"Got On A Plane"

My friend, Nadine, wrote this song awhile back. I feel as though it is requiring me to share it with you all. I believe it entirely holds the understanding of; the departure that takes place for Africa, existing in Africa, and the exit of Africa that happens when one decides to return home.

I will arrive home in 22 days, and until then, 10 days will be spent at sea sailing. Home is within sight… its bittersweet. Emotions are high onboard this large white vessel, yet emotions are unable to be put into words. The people I have grown to love, the people who accept me for me – genuinely… we will all part, heading off into the world in our own directions.

Its been a heck of a 22 month ride with Mercy Ships. As the song states, “life will never be the same.” Enjoy.

"Got On A Plane"
It’s a long way
From me to you
It’s been a long time
Since I saw your face
And I cry
Knowing that I can’t be with you

Please understand,
God told me to take a stand
It’s tough sometimes for me to understand
So please, don’t try to take my hand

Cause I, got on a plane
And flew away
Never knowing that
Life would never be the same
And I, wasn’t running away
On that day
I was just taking a chance
And testing my aim

Now it’s been a long time
Since I said goodbye
Living here
Sometimes I ask why
But I’ll be alright
If you’re on my side

Please understand,
I needed to take a stand
It’s tough sometimes for me to understand
So please, don’t try to take my hand

Cause I, got on a plane
And flew away
Never knowing that
Life would never be the same
And I, wasn’t running away
On that day
I was just taking a chance
And testing my aim

At how far I could go
Even if the world said no
Even if everything was against me
I didn’t know how high I could fly
But I’ve made it so far
I’m on my way home now

And I’ll, get on a plane
And fly away
Knowing full well that
Life will never ever be the same
And I’m, coming home
On my own
I’ve taken a chance
Taken my stance

- Nadine Schroeder