Gone Going

So to begin, I figured I'd start this up as the best way to keep in touch with everyone while gone. I can upload photos, post stories and keep everyone on the same page. Not to worry, I'll still be accessible by email or Skype.

So today is the day. My overwhelming feeling right now is that it's just hard to believe today is actually here. I've been talking about Argentina for so long now that it just sort of seemed like something far off in the distance- something that would never actually arrive. But here it is. Feb 23rd. Phone ringing with people who all want to say goodbye, and me running around realizing I should have planned a bit better. (Really, Rachel? You forgot to order the right inhaler?!) I know the next five months or so are going to change me and my perspectives on the world, and I am excited, don't get me wrong. However, for today, I'm overcome with the bittersweet feeling of missing people and realizing just how truly wonderful my friends are. I am excited to go off and start a new adventure, but I'm not sure I'm ready for it all to change. Oh well. Not a whole lot to be done at this point- here we go!



(* two of the photos I brought down to share with my host family)