Tuesday, May 31, 2011
2 Months!
In exactly 2 months from today I'll be leaving! Thinking back to 2 months ago from now, I was just starting my last quarter of college and it has flown by. I can't wait for the next 2 months to fly by!
Friday, May 20, 2011
Finishing a Chapter
Before I fly to Ireland and begin the next chapter of my life, I feel that it is important to conclude the chapter I am in now.
I have spent the last two years being poured into by incredible professors and fellow students in the Human Services Program at Western Washington University. I wish there were words to effectively describe the Human Services Program and what it means to me, but I have yet to find them. At the end of the two year program, each student is required to create a capstone portfolio to showcase their learning throughout the program. The portfolios are due next week and many of us (students) have been sharing ours with each other. My friend Hallie's portfolio was exceptional and I loved the way she described one of her experiences in the Human Services Program. She said "Sometimes it's hard to describe the indescribable."
That pretty much sums up how I feel about the Human Services Program. To each of my professors, you've touched my life in ways I can't explain. To my fellow students, I will cherish all of the experiences we have had together. To Jane's junior core, I will miss our monochromatic nights and I look forward to our annual New York Pizza adventure. And to CHABAKKA, well, like Hallie said, "Sometimes it's hard to describe the indescribable."
It's hard to think about this chapter ending. It's been an amazing journey that far surpassed any and all expectations I had for a major. As I put on that funny cardboard hat in 22 days, a part of me will be sad to be leaving all of this behind. The other part of me will be so excited to start the next chapter: Ireland.
I invite you to take a look at my Human Services Capstone Portfolio if you'd like to get a glimpse of what I've been doing for the last two years.
I have spent the last two years being poured into by incredible professors and fellow students in the Human Services Program at Western Washington University. I wish there were words to effectively describe the Human Services Program and what it means to me, but I have yet to find them. At the end of the two year program, each student is required to create a capstone portfolio to showcase their learning throughout the program. The portfolios are due next week and many of us (students) have been sharing ours with each other. My friend Hallie's portfolio was exceptional and I loved the way she described one of her experiences in the Human Services Program. She said "Sometimes it's hard to describe the indescribable."
That pretty much sums up how I feel about the Human Services Program. To each of my professors, you've touched my life in ways I can't explain. To my fellow students, I will cherish all of the experiences we have had together. To Jane's junior core, I will miss our monochromatic nights and I look forward to our annual New York Pizza adventure. And to CHABAKKA, well, like Hallie said, "Sometimes it's hard to describe the indescribable."
It's hard to think about this chapter ending. It's been an amazing journey that far surpassed any and all expectations I had for a major. As I put on that funny cardboard hat in 22 days, a part of me will be sad to be leaving all of this behind. The other part of me will be so excited to start the next chapter: Ireland.
I invite you to take a look at my Human Services Capstone Portfolio if you'd like to get a glimpse of what I've been doing for the last two years.
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Headed to Dublin!
I just bought my plane ticket! I'll be leaving on July 31st and I'll be arriving in Dublin on the morning of August 1st. Dublin!? I'm really going to Dublin?! Yes. I really am.
As I looked at the purchase date on my ticket, I realized that exactly a month ago, April 12th, was the day that God revealed this whole Ireland adventure to me. April 12th was the first day I thought about going overseas. And here I am, one month later, and I am holding a ticket to Dublin. If you would have told me a month and one day ago that I'd be going to Ireland this summer, I probably wouldn't have believed you. This ticket is proof that God's plans are much bigger than I could ever imagine.
As I looked at the purchase date on my ticket, I realized that exactly a month ago, April 12th, was the day that God revealed this whole Ireland adventure to me. April 12th was the first day I thought about going overseas. And here I am, one month later, and I am holding a ticket to Dublin. If you would have told me a month and one day ago that I'd be going to Ireland this summer, I probably wouldn't have believed you. This ticket is proof that God's plans are much bigger than I could ever imagine.
Monday, May 9, 2011
It's Official!
I'm going to Ireland!
Why am I going?
About a month ago, I felt God leading me in a new direction. A very new direction. You see, I had the next year of my life all planned out. I'd been applying for jobs in Bellingham (and I got one that I'll be working at until I leave!) and my friend and I had chosen our favorite apartment in the area. I have spent the last 2 years getting to know Lauren and we were both very excited about what next year would look like for the two of us. She is one of my closest friends and our friendship means a lot to me. So, when I felt God pulling me away from living with her next year, I was very confused and not too fond of the idea. Through many conversations and much prayer, I realized that leaving Bellingham is what I am being called to do...at least for now. Lauren has been more than supportive through this transition and it has been exciting to watch God take care of her through this as well (she already has a new housing plan in place!)
What will I be doing?
Not only did I feel God calling me specifically to Ireland, but I felt him calling me to be an au pair. For those of you who are not familiar with what an au pair is...it's basically a live-in nanny. I will be living with a family in Southern Ireland for 6 to 8 months. I will be taking care of two adorable girls. The older sister is 2 and a half now and the younger one is just 10 weeks! They will be a handful, but I am excited!
When will I be going?
I have not purchased a plane ticket as of yet, but I plan on doing so within the next week or two. I'm also trying to figure out visa stuff, which has proven to be quite confusing. The plan at this point, is to leave the land of the red, white, and blue on July 31st.
Where exactly where I be?
Waterford, Ireland!
While this whole journey was completely unexpected and surprising, I am more than excited to see what God has in store for me. I'm flying half way around the world trusting that He knows what I'm doing and that He will take care of me while I'm there. I've never been a blogger before, but my goal is to blog about my experiences as an au pair.
And Mrs. Trotter, I hope you enjoy reading this...soak up every word :)
Why am I going?
About a month ago, I felt God leading me in a new direction. A very new direction. You see, I had the next year of my life all planned out. I'd been applying for jobs in Bellingham (and I got one that I'll be working at until I leave!) and my friend and I had chosen our favorite apartment in the area. I have spent the last 2 years getting to know Lauren and we were both very excited about what next year would look like for the two of us. She is one of my closest friends and our friendship means a lot to me. So, when I felt God pulling me away from living with her next year, I was very confused and not too fond of the idea. Through many conversations and much prayer, I realized that leaving Bellingham is what I am being called to do...at least for now. Lauren has been more than supportive through this transition and it has been exciting to watch God take care of her through this as well (she already has a new housing plan in place!)
What will I be doing?
Not only did I feel God calling me specifically to Ireland, but I felt him calling me to be an au pair. For those of you who are not familiar with what an au pair is...it's basically a live-in nanny. I will be living with a family in Southern Ireland for 6 to 8 months. I will be taking care of two adorable girls. The older sister is 2 and a half now and the younger one is just 10 weeks! They will be a handful, but I am excited!
When will I be going?
I have not purchased a plane ticket as of yet, but I plan on doing so within the next week or two. I'm also trying to figure out visa stuff, which has proven to be quite confusing. The plan at this point, is to leave the land of the red, white, and blue on July 31st.
Where exactly where I be?
Waterford, Ireland!
While this whole journey was completely unexpected and surprising, I am more than excited to see what God has in store for me. I'm flying half way around the world trusting that He knows what I'm doing and that He will take care of me while I'm there. I've never been a blogger before, but my goal is to blog about my experiences as an au pair.
And Mrs. Trotter, I hope you enjoy reading this...soak up every word :)
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