Good morning to everyone. I have to say that the past 24 hours have been filled with depths of home sickness. I can not pinpoint the exact catalyst that brought me to this place. But, I have been a bit blue. I am fortunate that my three dear children have all contacted me and have given me great support and they know how important this experience is for me and my future. I realize that many doors will open for me after this transforming experience. I do miss so many things back home....I miss my beautiful city...chicago....I realize what a chicago-junkie I am and I look forward to walking those streets of that beautiful city when I arrive back home. I struggle with the cultural differences here. I know that I will survive the school that I am teaching in despite the teaching styles and obviously, the disciplinary measures that are used. These are all incredible growing experiences that many will never have in their lifetime. When I reflect on those particular dynamics, I thank God for sending me here. He has a plan and Africa, I believe, is part of it.
I thank my dear, dear friend, Trish, for your words and knowing that they come from a "seasoned" teacher, makes them even more powerful in their content. While reading your comment, I laughed but I also felt my confidence rise up! I know that I can handle situations here. I have learned about myself. I have come to know my flexiblity and realize that I have an open mind. I am quite adaptable. All these things come in handy when in Africa. Thank you Trish for being an incredible friend. I am so very lucky to have you in my life.
I hope to continue to embrace this God Given opportunity and deal with the homesickness. I thank all of you for keeping me in your thoughts. Have a wonderful day....! Nancy~
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Dearest Nanners,
I wonder if I will ever get this blog thing right and that you actually can read my little messages. OK-so how tan are you, and have you seen any snakes or giant insects and also are the mosquitoes quite large. !!!!
Your blogs are so thoughtful and eloquently written. Hey, what time do you have to get up in the morning and what time to sleep?
How many marriage proposals so far and do you have to shooo the men away with a stick.
I know that all of this sounds soooo silly, but I want to make you smile!! You are such a brave and courageous woman!!
I came back from a week in Florida and Disney. I want to move there and get a permanent tan. The ocean was so healing that it was such a tug to have to turn around and go back home. Let me know if you receive any of these messages!!!
LOve you loads, Celeneeeee!!!!
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