Monday, January 21, 2013

Countdown to departure: 38 days

Thirty-eight days until the adventure of a lifetime begins! On February 28 at 7:20 a.m., I will depart Columbus, ultimately headed to the Aeropuerto Internacional Jorge Chรกvez in Callao, Peru. For nearly five months, I will study at La Universidad San Ignacio de Loloya in Lima, explore every inch of the diverse country, and embrace the lively culture...llamas and all.

Three years ago, I never would have imagined myself so eager for the opportunity to submerge myself into another culture. Traveling is an inexplicable, insatiable desire to love and learn about other people. Traveling gives you a renewed confidence and a stronger sense of self and community. I beyond thrilled--and completely ready--for this opportunity!

The countdown continues: 38 days.