Gratitude, Excitement, Disbelief

I don't know if I've ever received mail that had made me  say "OH MY GOD! NOOO WAY!" quite like receiving an anonymous donation in the mail. It has covered the rest of the EWH fees and then some for my flight! Thank you again- you know who you are :) It has been a major relief knowing I won't be completely broke after this trip, it's rough as it is! I've been given an unbelievable gift and I'll be sure to use it to help in as many ways as I can! And thank you to everyone else who helped me fundraise- every donation counts and I'm so glad to know that you guys support my trip and efforts! My focus has now been turned to finishing up the school year with good grades and getting everything done in the classroom at A's and Aces for our Arthur Ashe essay contest. I will post my favorite essay when they finish :) The weather in New Orleans has been absolutely amazing and has already put me in summer mode! I cannot believe that I am already close to finishing my second year of college and will be graduating in another two. For Tanzania- there is just 70 days until my  flight departs and I am trying to complete all the little last steps to make sure I am ready to go! I am excited to soon have time to crack into my Swahili beginners book and read more about the culture

Swahili word of the day: Asante -- Thank you :)