10.27.2010 So I'm having my first real and official bout of homesickness.It certainly didn't occur while I was studying abroad (and those of you who read that blog are aware that I was plenty distracted by the traveling, dancing and drinking).Thus I was not prepared for how it would affect me in this situation.I'm older now!Wiser!This was my life decision for a better, more balanced future goddamn it!But homesickness has crept in and I have finally decided to ...

10.17.2010 I went to brunch today a little nervous because the true intention was not to eat whatever it is they call food, it was to find someone to go downtown with.I've been sitting with different people at each meal, remembering names and getting to know a little about each one but so far haven't made any lightning bolt connections with anyone.I knew breakfast was the perfect time to wrangle me an exploring companion or two, hopefully without too much forc...

10.14.2010 I've arrived!After months of filling out the application, waiting to hear if I was selected, then waiting to hear which campus I would be stationed at and then waiting for the eventual departure date, I finally stepped off the plane in Denver, CO to report for my 10 month assignment with AmeriCorps NCCC.I was so excited and nervous all at the same time; kind of like getting on a roller coaster. You're so pumped to do it and then all the waiting in ...