Late last week I received airline tickets and since then things have quickly started to sink in. It's starting to get down to the nitty gritty here as I've been checking off my list of preparations. Settle my scores, repay my debts, give Reggie dog some quality play time. Today I sold my car. And it seems like everyday I think of something else that I can't leave without, which sends me on a search around the house or a run to the store. Summer heat is setting in and keeping myself busy seems to be the best way to keep myself from wallowing away the days. The Philippines will feel nice and cool after this Arizona sun.
So far I know that I'll be flying to LA next Friday to meet the other volunteers destined for the Philippines. The next day, we fly as a group to Manila where I will meet my host family and begin the three months of pre-service training. I'll update again then, hopefully with a few pictures of my new home.
