getting ready to go

I am please to have this opportunity to prepair for my trip. As I reflect, I realize much has happened to get me to this point. I have gone through the application process, some training courses, shots (not done that yet), and I can count to 10 in Tagalog!! I am practicing computer skills (check out the blog!).
I have to say the challenge to do what I need to do with ease, has not always won over doing what is easy (see inspiration for the day). So I definitely feel like a student of the process. I have had many chances to reflect what I will miss. My family, friends, soccer, and my very comfortable life of learning about myself at a nice slow and steady pace. I also have reflected on what I will gain. This is more the unknown. I do feel strongly that I will gain an opportunity to be part of a new community. I will get to see what I can contribute. I am going to Puerto Princesa as a Physical Therapist, and yet what I hope to be is me. I hope my skills will be of value and my projects substantial to make a difference.
till next time
take care