"Perhaps travel cannot prevent bigotry, but by demonstrating that all peoples cry, laugh, eat, worry, and die, it can introduce the idea that if we try and understand each other, we may even become friends."
- Maya Angelou

Friday, March 20, 2015

There's Always Time for Nachos.

Yesterday I had my official meeting with my Study Away Coordinator, Ashley and received the paperwork to finalize my acceptance of going to the University of Ulster in Ireland. EEK!


This morning, I'm sitting at my work desk, staring at the packet of information I need to sign and return to the office ASAP. I'm extremely happy about this opportunity, but it also saddens me. I realize that life without me will move on here in the states and coming back and settling into a groove may be hard, but I also feel like this is a once in a lifetime chance and I can't pass it up. Most everyone has been very positive about my intentions of leaving for a semester overseas and I believe that ultimately I would never forgive myself if I didn't seize this opportunity. 

So, here I am, still staring at the papers with an odd mixture of emotions, but mostly excitement. There are multiple stages of mentality while studying abroad, all of which I am preparing myself to experience. I'm also thinking about how once again, I can relate to Linda Belcher on a spiritual level.

Oh! Today is also the Spring Equinox. 

I love today.  

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