Well it happened. September 1st has come and I am actually, seriously, really going to move across the Atlantic Ocean and began a new journey and chapter in life titled- My British Year. I seriously haven't had time to be sad or miss anyone because I have been bombarded with phone calls, FB messages, texts, and more just to have "one last talk". I want to clarify to all that we can still talk just using different means than a quick phone call. Thank goodness for skype, Belluga and Viber apps to help me text and talk while in another country. I have loved all of the calls though (I felt really popular. Better than my birthday!) but everyone wants to know what I am feeling. Anxious, excited, nervous, scared, too happy for words, etc? And the truth is, I feel all of those emotions and more. The exact word I have been using is, "weird". The word definitely does not explain enough but it is a weird feeling. I keep forgetting about London- the best city I have ever been to, and just think about moving to a different country where I do not know anyone, do not know where I am living, never been to my school, and the list continues with the unanswered questions. I am not trying to be pessimistic because I know it will all work out, but if you truly know me, I am sometimes a little anal with organization. I have always been the type to try to plan ahead for class. I was often made fun of because I would try to have assignments finished multiple days in advance. Regardless, I am now being pushed outside of my comfort & moving to the land of the unknown. Of course, London has almost 8 million people making it the most populous municipality in the European Union so I think it is going to be "brilliant" (British talk).
About 8 months ago, I began my British dream of moving to London after I completed a study abroad trip in January. I remember sitting on my bed one night in London and skyping with my mom and dad because I was absolutely so excited about my day. I wanted to tell them everything and that I had decided to move there. They were just happy to talk to me and that I was having a great time and probably thought I was joking about the living there part. I have been blessed my whole life with passionate parents who are adventurous and enjoy traveling enough to share it with the entire family. I have always loved to go to new countries, talk with people, learn about their culture, and try their foods. It is somewhat odd, in Spain I had no problem eating worms with our madre, Mama, but in America, I still refuse to try bologna with dad.
As I leave today I am comforted by with my sister's note to me and the verse Isaiah 43. I will not fear because I know that I am never alone and that God is always with me. He is in my future and preparing in London. While there are still unknowns about my living and friends and school, they are just unknown to me. God has everything planned and will reveal them at the right time.
Thank you to everyone who has called, texted, written, and prayed for me. I am so extremely blessed to have supportive friends and family that I know will continue to shower me with love when I am feeling homesick and be ready to listen to my adventures.
God Bless & Cheers,
Caitlin
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