"It is our attitude at the beginning of a difficult task which, more than anything else, will affect its successful outcome."
-William James
Hello all! As I hope you know, I leave this Wednesday. Since I leave my house around 3:30 a.m.. my official count is going to be 3.5 days. I meant to post something when I hit the month mark.. when I got to single digits.. a week.. but I didn't and now here we are! This whole summer has gone so fast. For me I guess it's still summer, because although my town's school started last Wednesday, I haven't been going. Friday I went to town with my parents and we ate lunch and went to Wal-Mart to get food for when the family comes. It was odd being virtually the only teenager out and about!
Everyone is asking if I'm ready to go, if I'm nervous, if I'm excited. It's hard to answer because I don't know how I feel exactly. Or rather, I don't simple words for it. I want to go, of course I want to start this adventure and face the new challenges. At the same time, I want to stay here just a while longer. Getting ready to leave definitely makes me realize how much I love my family, friends, and home and how much I'm going to miss it. I knew it would be hard to leave my family, but it seemed a bit unreal and hard to wrap my mind around exactly how hard it's going to be. It takes time to realize that yes, this is actually happening. I'm ready for it, though--I accept the challenge and I'll make it through.
That's all for now!
We want to wish you lots of luck and fun times in France. What a wonderful opportunity for you. You will have so many memories and stories to tell for a lifetime. It seems like only yesterday you were the little girl who spent a lot of time in our home. We know for a fact that your host family will love you! Have a safe trip and stay in touch. Love & hugs ~~~~
ReplyDeleteThank you! You helped me realize that all my stories would be nothing if I had nobody to tell them to. Thanks for that, and the good wishes! And you be careful too!
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