5 days

5 days until I leave for the trip and opportunity of a lifetime!  I am beyond excited about the rich learning experiences I am sure I will gain!  The fact that the weather in Vermont has been so gray and wet makes going to Hawaii that much sweeter.  Lucky enough, I got some great information from Bridget about places to visit and things to see-I am thinking this will be exactly what I need the moment there is spare time.  I know there will be very little! 

I also managed in the past week to complete my registration info, my STARS application, my school district paperwork, do a heck of a lot of laundry and at least make a pile of clothing needing to be packed.  Remembered to buy sunscreen, children's book and a piece of artwork done by a child.  Am in the process of figuring out what exactly I need to bring with me in order to get the assignments done that will be due.  12 hours on a plane should be enough time to read a book and write one of the papers, right? 

All of this and still trying to get plenty of exercise in!  Was so happy to get to Shannon's thursday night class.  Good for the body and the soul!  

24 days and counting

24 days until the big journey starts-funny how i say big journey when it seems that it is just the beginning!  On April 30th my journey with the World Forum begins.  It is exciting beyond anything I have experienced thus far...maybe because it is being paid for and it feels like such a huge honor!  I have purchased 2 children's books to bring and have a piece of artwork done by a child to share and leave as part of a traveling exhibit!  I have bought some new clothing to fit my new body!  I am mentally ready!

As we face the start of Spring there are new awakenings and things happening on a daily basis.  Lacrosse has started-a new season for Dylana and Zach!  I also start school full-time very soon...all of this is bringing lots of great things and a bit of anxiety to our lives! 

I know one day we will look back on this crazy time and be glad we did it all!