Packing up and heading out
So, this is most likely going to be my last post, at least until I get home. It is so strange to think that I have been here almost 3 weeks, the time seems that it has been longer and shorter at the same time. When I got to school today three of the teachers that I have gotten to know during my time here reminded me that it is my last day and that I need to come say goodbye. Ah, the life of an MK, an endless string of goodbyes.
I have gotten used to most aspects of life here. The dogs don't wake me up at night anymore, and I know which fences they are all behind on my walk to school. That does not mean I don't jump when they bark. I like the long showers I can take because my water is heated as it goes. The constant cold has also become a reality. The fact that I can't read the street signs, or billboards, or anything for that matter still bugs me; however, I have gotten used to saying "S" as "sh", "jo napot" and "jo reggelt", and of course the one word I know well, "kosonom" (thank you).
I took Jill out to dinner last night, we had Mexican. It is funny how I have had incredibly ethnically diverse food since I have been here, American, Mexican, Hungarian, Malaysian. On our ride into the city Jill asked me what I was looking forward to most about going home, and honestly besides being with the people I love, there isn't too much I have missed. I suppose give me a few more weeks and I will be yearning for chocolate chip cookies or mac and cheese.
I have been so thankful for my time here, and I have been so incredibly blessed. As I go, I am taking with me lessons learned, many pictures, memories and a broader view of what is important. Thank you all for your prayers and support, and I am looking forward to talking with you all about my trip when I get back. Keep checking the blog, I am going to be posting some pictures from my time here.
Until then... ... ...
posted by Abi | 8:59 AM
3 Comments:
This has been nice from my end to be able to read of all the happenings of your three weeks in Budepest just a few hours after the fact! Thanks for posting the info and giving me a little peak into what you are experiencing. It seems that when you see people come and go often, those goodbyes are very important. I'm glad that the teachers too, are reminding you of saying "proper goodbyes." It's a lesson you started learning more than a decade ago, but still so important. The thing about your goodbyes there, mean that there will be some "hellos" back here in Wisconsin! We're looking forward to that hello once again. What an incredible opportunity you have had! Safe travels! JJ
Your post brought tears to my eyes little "flying" one.
The years have taught you well, ... and your path certainly does lead ever onward.
Thanks for investing yourself in things that matter most, ... God and people, ... and shining your light brightly. We all see it!
Looking forward to those big hugs!
Say bye to all the special ones.
D
The places you have been and the lessons you have learned are all so valuable. Know that you will take them back with you and cherish each and every experience you have had. We are so very proud of you and the way you have accepted the challenge given to you and the way you have placed your trust and faith in the Lord. We will be praying for you as you once again fly across the big pond and return to life back here in the US. Will be looking forward to seeing your pictures.
Love from G&G
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