Whoah.

Well folks. After 6 years, 152.50 credits, 4 different majors, 1 study abroad to Paris, and 1 internship in Ghana, I am graduating. Who decided this was a good idea? It sure wasn't me. Since 1992 when I entered 1st grade, school has been my focus and my purpose in life. While I am planning on eventually getting a Master's degree, I've finished all my formal schooling for the time being. So. Weird. I really don't feel like I've gained enough knowledge to receive a diploma. BUT. I know that the most important thing I learned during my time at BYU is that I love to learn. And while I may not be in a formal school setting for the moment, I will never stop my search for knowledge. My future is rather uncertain, but I am grateful for the foundation I gained from my undergraduate education. Here's to the next step in life!

P.S. Who decided that you're supposed to put a huge sheet over you and a square of cardboard on your head in order to graduate? Definitely not the most flattering attire.

Home again, home again...

...jiggity jig! Although I don't really have the energy to do a jig right now. I've felt like a deer in headlights that past 36 hours. America/Utah is so... clean. And there are so (read: too) many white people. The last few weeks of my internship went by really quickly and I had a few great adventures. I've got a lot of retroactive posting to do, so I'll work on that.

Since coming home, I've spent a lot of time outside. I'm relishing the freedom. This morning I mowed the lawn and weeded and it felt amazing, despite the cold. It also has never felt so good to drive. I'm finding that the further in the past my time in Ghana becomes, the more I appreciate it. It was difficult in ways I did not expect, but I met some amazing people and had some incredible experiences. I miss it. But I have the feeling I will go back to Africa before I die. Just a hunch.