Oh hey there.
I am just writing to update you all that I have exactly one week until I embark on a journey of a lifetime. First stop, England!! I will be there for a little over two weeks to hang out with my sister and then it is off to Spain for three months. Wowza!!!
Can't describe to you the excitement and nervousness that's running through my veins. I guess that is expected with international travel, aye? I can tell you though, sleeping has been an adventure in itself. I don't know if it is the nerves or me being anxious or what, but sleeping the past week or so has been intense. It is everything from having nightmares about natural disasters and me being abducted to tossing and turning because of the uncomfortable temperature in the room.
Let's just hope that sleeping will provide more rest and less exhaustion these last few nights. Please.
Just want to say, my family is awesome. We have been having a blast and my dad fixed his BBQ. So, eating has been AMAZING. I just like them a lot.
For now, I shall bid you adieu. Hope your Sunday is just fabulous.
Sincerely,
Angela
Showing posts with label Summer 2012. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Summer 2012. Show all posts
Saturday, August 25, 2012
Sunday, August 19, 2012
I Will Wait.
Hello Fellow Reader,
So, the count down is still very much under way. I have exactly 13 days now until my Euro Adventure begins and I cannot tell you how excited I am for this crazy awesome opportunity I have to study abroad.
To begin this post, you should listen to this song by one of my all-time favorite bands. It may express a little more of what I am going to say.
This trip is not only going to be way fun, I honestly believe that this trip is going to be a life changing experience. I firmly believe the Lord is going to do amazing work while I am there, and that just excites me to no end. Until then, I Will Wait.
But to be real honest with you, I am so giddy that I just can't wait to get going. As part of our program, we are going to be working with missionaries in the area to help us get plugged into a local church and join a ministry of some sort. It is going to be great to not only go to school but to get involved in a church there. So, I see it as a win-win situation really. School and ministry in Europe? Yeah. Definitely a win-win.
But for now, I am going to begin to organize and pack for my European Adventure. Well let's be real, without my sisters and parents pushing me to organize, it wouldn't get done until the night before or morning of my departure. We all know that I tend to procrastinate, so here I am, trying to get ahead of the game.
That's all for now. Have a great Sunday, friend.
Sincerely,
Ang
So, the count down is still very much under way. I have exactly 13 days now until my Euro Adventure begins and I cannot tell you how excited I am for this crazy awesome opportunity I have to study abroad.
To begin this post, you should listen to this song by one of my all-time favorite bands. It may express a little more of what I am going to say.
"I Will Wait" by Mumford and Sons
This trip is not only going to be way fun, I honestly believe that this trip is going to be a life changing experience. I firmly believe the Lord is going to do amazing work while I am there, and that just excites me to no end. Until then, I Will Wait.
But to be real honest with you, I am so giddy that I just can't wait to get going. As part of our program, we are going to be working with missionaries in the area to help us get plugged into a local church and join a ministry of some sort. It is going to be great to not only go to school but to get involved in a church there. So, I see it as a win-win situation really. School and ministry in Europe? Yeah. Definitely a win-win.
But for now, I am going to begin to organize and pack for my European Adventure. Well let's be real, without my sisters and parents pushing me to organize, it wouldn't get done until the night before or morning of my departure. We all know that I tend to procrastinate, so here I am, trying to get ahead of the game.
That's all for now. Have a great Sunday, friend.
Sincerely,
Ang
Wednesday, August 1, 2012
We Grow Older Still.
Hey All,
Before I begin, please open this video and begin listening to this song. It is the song of the summer for me. Well let's be honest, the song of the year. It will just set the mood for this post. Y'know?
"Old Pine" by Ben Howard
Now to begin. It has been a long time since I have written last, but as I am getting ready for my next international adventure, I thought I would share with you the summer that is catapulting me overseas this coming fall.
As I begin to think about this summer and how it has shaped up, I realize it started off in the spirit of the unknown and full of unanswered questions. I feel like that is a common feeling amongst college students, and although the feeling can be disconcerting, I knew that this summer was going to be special. Whatever it may be.
And special it was (and continues to be).
This summer has provided not only good memories with family and friends, it also has revealed to me some personal growth that I am continually trying to mold myself into. In simplest form, it has been a summer of emotional roller coasters, and I wouldn't take it back for a moment. Some moments were fun and joyous while others were heart wrenching and full of sadness. The summer is unlike any that I have experienced before and I think that is why I am so shocked with how it has played out. It has been completely unexpected and unplanned. That may just define adventure right there.
I sit here thinking of all the things summer has provided for me and those loved ones around me, and I am just astounded with all that I have been able to do and learn. Here is a VERY small glimpse of what I have been able to do.
Sheesh. What a summer. And that isn't even half of it.
As I prepare for my European adventure, I can't help but realize this summer is shaping and molding me into the woman of God that I need to be become for the future. Though I am human and often fail, this is the time that I must step up and be and do more. I will grow.
This last month will be full of putting into practice all that the Lord has been teaching me this summer and to bring the spirit of hope and peace to Europe to further the Kingdom of God. There is no better time than now. Is there?
September 1, 2012 I will be hopping on a plane to go on yet another great adventure. Let the countdown begin.
Until next time, enjoy the Olympics, Shark Week, and the rest of the summer wherever you are.
Before I begin, please open this video and begin listening to this song. It is the song of the summer for me. Well let's be honest, the song of the year. It will just set the mood for this post. Y'know?
"Old Pine" by Ben Howard
Now to begin. It has been a long time since I have written last, but as I am getting ready for my next international adventure, I thought I would share with you the summer that is catapulting me overseas this coming fall.
As I begin to think about this summer and how it has shaped up, I realize it started off in the spirit of the unknown and full of unanswered questions. I feel like that is a common feeling amongst college students, and although the feeling can be disconcerting, I knew that this summer was going to be special. Whatever it may be.
And special it was (and continues to be).
This summer has provided not only good memories with family and friends, it also has revealed to me some personal growth that I am continually trying to mold myself into. In simplest form, it has been a summer of emotional roller coasters, and I wouldn't take it back for a moment. Some moments were fun and joyous while others were heart wrenching and full of sadness. The summer is unlike any that I have experienced before and I think that is why I am so shocked with how it has played out. It has been completely unexpected and unplanned. That may just define adventure right there.
I sit here thinking of all the things summer has provided for me and those loved ones around me, and I am just astounded with all that I have been able to do and learn. Here is a VERY small glimpse of what I have been able to do.
Sheesh. What a summer. And that isn't even half of it.
As I prepare for my European adventure, I can't help but realize this summer is shaping and molding me into the woman of God that I need to be become for the future. Though I am human and often fail, this is the time that I must step up and be and do more. I will grow.
This last month will be full of putting into practice all that the Lord has been teaching me this summer and to bring the spirit of hope and peace to Europe to further the Kingdom of God. There is no better time than now. Is there?
September 1, 2012 I will be hopping on a plane to go on yet another great adventure. Let the countdown begin.
Until next time, enjoy the Olympics, Shark Week, and the rest of the summer wherever you are.
Sincerely,
Angela
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