I'm excited to have this outlet to vent--get ready.
I'm so excited to leave! I mean I've been saying it for four years now, that I can't wait to graduate and get out and see the world. But...who knew it would be starting so soon?
There is SO much to think about and get ready. I have to go shopping and buy and ENTIRE new wardrobe-for the most part-because I don't really own any clothes that would be acceptable for females to wear in Jordan. Now...is that sad? Or just a cultural difference? Or does it say something about my daily choice of dress?? Hmmm....anyway, in addition to all the shopping I have to learn the arabic alphabet BEFORE I even get on the plane! AH! That is going to be a tough one...
But..in the midst of all this excitement, I am def. scared. No, terrified is more like it. I want this to be the experience of a lifetime, cuz that is what I'm signing up for, and I'm sure it will be but...there are so many what ifs. The country I'm traveling to is very politically secure, but it is right smack dab in the middle of the political and social and economic bear pit we call the middle east. It is bordered and extremely close to Iraq, Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia...etc
Not your average summer vaca spot eh? So that part, is def scary...but another HUGE fear?
WHAT am I going to eat the whole time?? I'm nervous. I am one of the pickiest eaters in the entire world, as most of you know, so what in the world will I be eating? Or, [gulp], not eating???
These are just a few among the many thoughts bouncing around in my head as I get ready for this incredible journey. Only 20 days and counting people!!!
6 comments:
I'm so excited to follow you on your journey to Jordan. I'm looking forward to learning about the culture and language with you online. Be Safe!
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I know you can do this...I believe in you.
Let me know if/how I can help.
Solidly in your corner,
SDC
Hey Kadie, It's your former 2nd grade teacher here! What a long way you've come from those days! Now you're doing something I can only dream about! It sounds like you have your noodle wrapped around it and you aren't freaking yourself out (yet). Good for you. Are you travelling with a group?
Be safe, be curious, be in the moment!
Congratulations Kadie! I am so proud of you! Your feelings are perfectly normal, don't worry about it-you will be just fine.
Embrace the experience and enjoy every minute of it. You will grow in more ways than you can imagine.
If I can help an any way,please let me know. I am looking forward to reading your blog.
Best of luck to you!! Mrs. Cross
Well, at least we got the swimming suit issue solved today...that is one less thing that you have to worry about. I will truly miss you KD, but I know that you will have an amazing time and that you will come back much more educated than the rest of us. Btw, I expect at least one postcard.
Love
Tay
What an experience! Like those before me, embrace this opportunity; you will experience so much in one summer than some people will in a lifetime. I look forward to following you on your journey! Good luck, and God bless!
Mrs. Heinzmann (aka Ms. Perkins) :)
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