First blog post...alright, here we go. This could be fun...hopefully some people will actually read it haha
I can say with complete honesty that this has been both one of the best and, naturually, quickest winter breaks I've yet to experience. On the one hand, I had a chance to hang out with most of the people I felt I needed to see before I left, all of which was fantastic (But we all know that all-too-true parental proverb about time and fun). For the first time in my life, however, I'm left with no precedent for what lies ahead. While Western European is certainly distinct in all their own cultures and history, yet during my albeit short family vacation, being there was exciting, but more familiar culturally, economically, and historically than different to me. Don't get me wrong, Europe is awesome, and I want to explore all over it one day! However, I think it's pretty safe to say that Cameroon will be much different than Western Europe. Even though I've read a few books about Africa, and Cameroon in particular, I still feel like I am jumping blind into what I'm sure will be one of the greatest adventures of my life. It's a completely new feeling for me; I like it!
But seriously, I can't believe we're leaving so soon! It really has crept up on me. Tomorrow, a friend from nearby and I are going down to Washington DC tomorrow for the day, which seems quite fitting for experiencing as much "America" as possible before departure. Other than that, I just have to finish packing. I've bought most of what I need, but I just need to go through my list one more time, and then all that's left to do is actually pack everything in bags! ugh.
Well, here's to Cameroon. See you all in a few days!!
Salut,
Andrew
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i hope u enjoy ur stay in Cameroon. Have fun! :)
ReplyDeleteworrdd broseph. I'll be following--- but throw some embarrassing stories into this too...not all intellectual stuff.
ReplyDeleteOh I will, to you both. I'm sure that i'll do my fair share of knuckle-headed things while abroad, and I'll be sure to provide them for your amusement.
ReplyDeletegetting ready to move to a place that isn't western europe is definitely kind of like jumping blind. i read tons of books about south america before leaving, but there's no real way to prepare yourself...you just have to jump. it's scary but also really really awesome. so excited for the stories to come on this blog!
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