May 14th 2008

As the old saying goes the hardest thing to do is say good-bye and hello for the first time. Being dropped off at the Philadelphia airport this even I realized how true it is. I felt like crying, but not because I am sad that I am entering into a whole other world and leaving the familiar; to be honest I can not describe why I feel this way. Also, going through security at the airport and having my bags checked did not make the situation any better. As I waited for my flight I started reading a book that talks about how to trust God in the tough times. This book as I started to read was meant for me. I read for a while and then reflected on what I had read and it comforted me. I was also blessed to have an aisle seat on the way to Miami which was a blessing and continued to read more of my book which really helped me to take a deep breath and give it all to God. When I arrived in Miami I went to the baggage claim and my bag did not come. After going to the baggage department I realized that I had made a mistake and my bag went directly to Santa Cruz. I was glad that I was able to laugh at this mistake and take it as a learning experience. While in Miami, I watched basketball to pass the time. On the way to Santa Cruz I had a middle seat, but I was still able to catch a little sleep. Also, I was given dinner on the way to Santa Cruz and was able to order it in Spanish which was truly a blessing. I was amazed that the conversations I overheard and have attempted to partake in I can understand and communicate somewhat well.