In the airport

01-04-10 I wrote this in the airport but couldn't post until I got to Vilnius (capital of Lithuania).

I am now on my way to Lithuania and am waiting at the O’Hare airport! So far, I only know 3 phrases in Lithuanian, but that will hopefully change because I’m taking an introduction of the Lithuanian language. I will also be taking psychology, theology, and cross-cultural classes and completing a TESOL practicum. I will be staying in a dorm at Lithuania Christian College. We will also get to travel to surrounding countries during Spring Break. Even though it is a Christian college, I am told that a lot of the students aren’t really Christians. Please pray that I would see and take advantage of any opportunities to witness to these students and be intentional about sharing what I believe. Also, pray for safe travels, good adjustment to the culture, and that my roommates and I would be a good fit for each other.

A few things I’m excited about!!! :
-Having 3 European roommates and teaching them how to make arepas (a Venezuelan staple food)
-sightseeing and seeing other countries
-volunteering with a local ministry like an orphanage or the Salvation Army
-learning a new language and trying different food
-teaching English (I don’t know in what setting yet)
-getting involved in campus activities like Bible studies and intramurals
I'm excited about this study abroad opportunity. thanks everybody for your b-day notes!