4 Days!

Posted on 20 May 2009 - 16:24

So,
I am leaving for South Africa in 4 days! It feels like yesterday when I had the countdown at 175 days! I can NOT wait to finally meet the kids and all the other volunteers that I've been talking with for weeks now. I started getting my clothes together and all the extra stuff I need to bring. You don't realize how much stuff you use on a daily basis until you start packing it all up! I've tried to simplify everything so I don't overdo it but I feel like I need to bring everything just in case. We will be able to do laundry in the house I'm staying at so that's a huge relief. I finally talked to the woman who is picking me up at the airport. It was a huge reliefe becasue my biggest fear was that they would forget I was coming and no one would be at the airport to get me, but now that fear is gone. I'm really not nervous about anything now except for switching planes in London. I'll be in London by myself but when I land in Johannesburg another volunteer and I will be taking the same flight to Durban together, thank god!!!! This will be my last message I write from home, the next one you will all receive will be one from South Africa...finally!!! I can't wait to start the journey and share al lthe stories and pictures with everybody!!!
Wish me Luck!
See everyone in a month!!!!!!

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Frank Matthews

20 May 2009 - 16:55

Hi Alyssa, While you're there see if you can find a pitcher or two for 2011. In the meantime you'll know you have a problem if you meet Dr. Livingstone. Best of luck.

Britt

20 May 2009 - 19:02

HEY!!

Just 4 days..
Can't wait to see you!

See you at Jo'burg Airport!!!!!

Britt

Carol Taylor

21 May 2009 - 13:18

Hi
Very best wishes for you trip, I am sure your travelling will be fine.
I will be going to Agape in September so please write lots on your weblog!
Carol

Megan

22 May 2009 - 23:07

i cant believe that its finally time.. i too remember when the count was at 175.. and 174 and 173 and every other day you reminded me ha. i'm very excited for you and cant wait to hear your stories!

MeLisa

24 May 2009 - 15:18

Lyss. Today is the day you leave for Africa. I'm about to go all English major on you right now...but you are an inspiration to everyone who wants to change the world. Your enthusiasm for helping others is probably the best quality anyone can have. So, have fun in South Africa and make that difference that you are always striving for. Can't wait to hear about all the stories!

Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.---Ralph Waldo Emerson