Who else remembers it just being January and the cold temperatures were keeping us indoors and the snow was beautifully covering the ground? Maybe you remember February with Valentine's Day and the prospect of Spring just around the corner.
Its just nearly unbelievable to me that half of this year is already behind us.
The first six months of 2012 were not filled with too many events or activities or crazy happenings, but it was full none the less!
I had several wonderful friends visit during January and even had the chance to go sledding! February was going to a Spaghetti Supper and get ready for all the new babies coming. March thru May was filled with so many new Jersey babies that not much else was on the agenda! Of course, I did learn my Peace Corps placement in March and so that was always on my mind.
June came and with it came lots of warm weather. Along with the temperatures rising and my skin turner darker, my mind was on Peace Corps. I worked on some last paperwork and started putting toether the gear, clothes, and other supplies I'll need in Zambia.
And now it is July 1st. Already halfway thru this year. With a not too eventful first half, I feel as though the next 6 months will surely bring a whirlwind of adventures that will even outdo many of my experiences from the last twenty-some years!
I wish you all a Happy July 4th. I hope everyone is staying healthy and cool. Have a great rest of 2012!
Sunday, July 1, 2012
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Its Real
Over a year ago I submitted my application to become a Peace Corps Volunteer. I finished pages of paperwork. I traveled to Chicago for an interview. I received many calls and emails regarding my nomination and finally was nominated. There were trips to the dentist and doctor to complete my health and dental work, as well as extra vaccines here and there.
I was confirmed to have health and dental clearance. I waited a bit longer. Soon it was more paperwork. And more waiting.
Finally, I accepted my invitation to go to Zambia. I filled out my visa information. I sent more paperwork to my service country desk. I waited some more.
And now - this Peace Corps idea that began last April is truly coming real.
Yesterday, I received my staging (pre-departure orientation) information. I will officially be getting on a plane on July 16th to fly to Philadelphia, PA. Then, on July 18th, I will board a bus to go to New York at 2:30 am. In New York, I will get on that long-awaited plane that will take me to South Africa, and eventually to Zambia.
It is so real now, it is quite scary! I am so pumped for this adventure to begin. I can't wait. But...Wow! It is a mix of emotions when things really start happening!
Thank you to everyone for your encouragement and support. I wouldn't be able to do half the things I've done without you all! Thank you.
I was confirmed to have health and dental clearance. I waited a bit longer. Soon it was more paperwork. And more waiting.
Finally, I accepted my invitation to go to Zambia. I filled out my visa information. I sent more paperwork to my service country desk. I waited some more.
And now - this Peace Corps idea that began last April is truly coming real.
Yesterday, I received my staging (pre-departure orientation) information. I will officially be getting on a plane on July 16th to fly to Philadelphia, PA. Then, on July 18th, I will board a bus to go to New York at 2:30 am. In New York, I will get on that long-awaited plane that will take me to South Africa, and eventually to Zambia.
It is so real now, it is quite scary! I am so pumped for this adventure to begin. I can't wait. But...Wow! It is a mix of emotions when things really start happening!
Thank you to everyone for your encouragement and support. I wouldn't be able to do half the things I've done without you all! Thank you.
Monday, June 18, 2012
Just Around the Corner
Yesterday marked the one month countdown to my departure for Zambia.
It is so unbelievable that my Peace Corps experience is just a few short weeks away. I have been waiting to start this adventure for over a year, and now I'm actually supposed to be ready!
I am so excited for what lies ahead and can not even begin to imagine what I may experience. The next 30 days may hold more sunlight, but they will surely feel shorter than ever before.
I am ready for this journey ahead...besides all the supplies to be bought and packing to be done!
Thank you again for all the support and encouragement I've received over the last year and those twenty-some years before that!! No matter where I go or what I do, I know I have a amazing family and friends who stand behind me! Thank you!
It is so unbelievable that my Peace Corps experience is just a few short weeks away. I have been waiting to start this adventure for over a year, and now I'm actually supposed to be ready!
I am so excited for what lies ahead and can not even begin to imagine what I may experience. The next 30 days may hold more sunlight, but they will surely feel shorter than ever before.
I am ready for this journey ahead...besides all the supplies to be bought and packing to be done!
Thank you again for all the support and encouragement I've received over the last year and those twenty-some years before that!! No matter where I go or what I do, I know I have a amazing family and friends who stand behind me! Thank you!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)