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Peace Corps Eve

Tonight has been described as Peace Corps Eve by the training staff here, and honestly, it doesn't so much feel like Christmas Eve as it does like a night of terror. My life is about to change in this way that I can't even imagine, and while I'm happy, there are a lot of other things going on too. There don't seem to be words to express the combination of things that are churning in my gut. Excitement and anxiety, and all the emotions that go along with them, are rumbling around and bubbling up like a nice hot stew. Beam your happy thoughts my way because I need them!

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Anonymous said…
My warm and happy thoughts are with you! One of your long time dreams is about to come true and I want only the best for you. You are a very strong and independent person and you can and will do this with great success! Love You!
August 28, 2007 at 7:27 PM
Unknown said…
Good Luck!

I'm going to keep checking to see what kind of exciting adventures you're having!
August 28, 2007 at 9:00 PM
GatorGetterGal said…
Hello There! Tuni and I were wondering how things were going for you, so I decided to check your blog. So sorry to hear (haha) about the eardrum problem. I hope that's much better now. I hope the trip down was uneventful, which is the best you can ask for when it comes to flights.
As I told you previously, I am incredibly envious of this adventure of yours. And though you say you are terrified, I have no doubt you will create for yourself a wonderful experience. As some say, we create our own reality. So envision friends instead of foes, banquets instead of botulism (sorry--my attempt at something resembling poetry) and enjoy!
August 31, 2007 at 8:11 AM
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