90 Day Countdown

...here I am at the computer thinking to myself how many intricate task I have to address in order to comfortably leave for Africa for 2 years. ***deep breath, then exhale*** My mind has been in so many different places over the past month simply because I've got so much to do. Let's see:  I'm letting my hair grow out, thinking how many "dresses" I'd better take with me, making spreadsheets for the VIP (Very Important People) who will tend to my affairs while I'm away, organizing my life administratively so that I can carry it with me on a jump drive lol, getting ready to move in with my mom this week, downsizing so that I can learn to live simply, reading mandatory Peace Corps information daily, doing research about the culture I'll take up residence with in Malawi, and last but not least keeping my composure in the midst of it all. How do I do it? With the love of God, and the support of family & friends. I'm indebted and very grateful to those who have helped me get to this place be it close or afar. So here's to my first blog entry, and starting the clock for my 90 day countdown until my departure. I will attempt to update this once a day before leaving and as communication slows down, and technology disconnects me with the masses, I'll make every effort to blog once a week from Malawi