It's starting...the nerves are definitely starting to kick in. My adventure ahead has shifted from appearing surreal to nerve-wracking. Don't get me wrong, I'm still excited but if I had to choose being nervous and excited, currently I'd choose the former. And that may change tomorrow, or the day after or next week, who knows...I do know, however, that everything happens for a reason and Cape Town is going to shape me in ways I have yet to comprehend.
I started my part-time job this past week and things have been going very well. In spite of working, I am fortunate to still be able to have final farewell-get-togethers with friends and form memories to take with me to Cape Town. As the time of my departure draws nearer, I'd like to make a shout out to all my friends and family: thank you. Thank you for all the laughter, the tears, trials, support, encouragement, craziness, and love you have shared with me. Whether we just met or have been friends for 13 years, I am grateful for the many bonds I have formed for I know that they have shaped me into who I am today.
Now that I'm off of my soap box, I've realized I've been running non-stop this whole break without taking the time to rest. Let's not even talk about my sleep schedule :P It's funny because most of my friends are bored out of their skulls right before going back to school but truthfully I'm in la-la land where it's hard to tell the day of the week anymore. My point is that if I haven't stopped going full speed while on break, I'm definitely going to crash and burn in South Africa if I don't take care of myself. Therefore, while these next 10 days may be stressful with last-minute packing stuff, I'm going to do everything I can do rest up and at least get 8 hours of sleep a night. Hey, at least I'm trying, right?
For I know the plans I have for you, declares the Lord, plans for welfare and not for evil, to give you a future and a hope.
Jeremiah 29:11
Peacefully yours,
Janelle
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