In exactly one week I will be heading to Malawi, Africa to begin the adventure of a lifetime. The summer has truly flown by. I think I expected to have all this time to see everyone, relax, vacation, and prepare for my year abroad. What actually happened was that I felt like I never had enough time for the endless list of things I wanted to do. Make that several lists. I seem to have numerous lists going, all involving what I need to accomplish in the next week. Procrastination doesn't end in college, sadly. I did, however, have the chance to take a backpack trip (hiking two 14ers), travel to Minnesota, New Hampshire, and spend quality time with those I love.
Anyways, as much as I love my family, friends, and Colorado, I am thrilled about moving to Malawi. The nervous anticipation has begun to bubble in stomach and the idea of the long plane ride, a new place, learning a foreign culture, and having my own classroom is so exciting! I'm sure I'll be singing a different tune when I'm saying goodbye at the airport next Sunday, but the desire to travel to Malawi is greater than even that sadness. This is where I hope to share all the adventures with my friends and supporters. I will try to update often, as I will need the prayers and support I'm sure.
So here is the first of many posts, one week until it all begins!
Love,
Danielle
