10 school days!

My family informed me earlier this week that I am down to 21 days until I land back in Cali. By now that number has dropped several more and I will be home before I know it.

Although there have been many days that never have seemed to end and some days that just disappeared my adventure over all has seemed to pass right before my eyes.
Through it all I have learned many valuable lessons.


Here are some...



I have learned how to be alone
I have learned about being a friend
I have learned about family
I have learned about unspoken forgiveness
I have learned about going with the flow even more than I already do
I have learned about acceptance
I have learned about communication and how much I miss it
I have learned about the need for others
I have learned about parenting
I have learned about playing
I have learned about enjoying the rain
I have learned to appreciate even the smallest of things like hot water, ice, and power whenever needed
I have learned about the importance of kindness
I have learned about having a big heart
I have learned about leaving people behind
I have learned about making an impact
I have learned about opening up to something new
I have learned about the challenges that come with being with new people all day everyday
I have learned about determination
I have learned about being dependent on others
I have learned to be thankful
I have learned about being quiet
I have learned about letting somethings go
I have learned to enjoy what I have
I have learned not to quit
I have learned that sometimes its easier to say okay than to butt heads about something small
I have learned to use my eyes
I have learned about structure
I have learned about the importance of tradition
I have learned about the importance of a smile
I have learned to appreciate the education I received
I have learned about depending on someone else
I have learned about taking the time to dance
I have learned about having a shadow
I have learned to appreciate rules
I have learned to hold my tongue
I have learned about value
I have learned about illness and health
I have learned about trying new foods
I have learned about independence