Dear Friends and Family,
I have spent the first few weeks here in the states visiting grandparents, aunts and uncles, great aunts and great uncles, and cousins that I haven't seen in two or more years. It has been so good to see family, and I am excited to visit old friends once I get up to Birmingham.
Beach Project support is at 50%!! I am so thankful to those who have given, it is such a huge blessing to have people helping me as I make this huge transition! I am so excited to be starting the project soon, and I am praying that the support comes in all the way! Preparing for the project and college has been fun and enlighting - moving away from home, it is strange to start thinking about buying the simple, everyday things like detergent, cleaning supplies and groceries.
I have been discovering that there are actual rules in the States when you drive, such as stopping at stop signs and taking turns at an intersection without lights (I have to say, watching people take turns still amazes me every time!) Even with these discoveries, getting a license in the States is SIGNIFICANTLY easier than getting one in Thailand!
One thing that I am really really excited about when I start college (I know it may sound a little dorky) - Having my own postal address! I cannot wait to receive my own mail in my own box!! :)
Question of the day: Should I give in to peer pressure and pick up a southern accent???
Southern Accent? First of all, those from the North, East or West would say you DO have a southern accent, even though you don't sound like folks from the South. Second, NO, just keeping speaking the way you do and let yourself be unique. OR learn to turn it on or off as needed!
ReplyDeleteHa...love the question. My guess is that since you will be living in the "deep south" for at least the next 4 years...the accent will form without you even knowing it. That was one of the things I acquired while in college, my sis loved to make fun of it. =) Can't wait to see you in June!!!!!! And what is the best way to send in support?
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