Up Up and Away

Well, that's it. I just finished packing my bags. My checked luggage weighs in just under the line at 49.7lbs, and all the stuff I want to bring seems to fit into my backpack and purse... so I guess I am ready. People keep asking if I'm nervous. I guess I'm vaguely nervous, but mostly I think it's just something so far out of my realm of understanding that it hasn't really sunk in yet. After a lot of hard work to get my room ready for sublet and my life ready to be put on hold for five months, I feel a little odd having almost nothing to do.

I found out yesterday there will be a constant stream of ASTEP volunteers, including one other volunteer who will be there almost the exact length of time I will. There will also be many other foreign volunteers. YAY!

As of right now, I think my projects will be dance classes, a musical theatre Hairspray project with Sheryl and musical theatre Billy Eliot project with Elizabeth. As far as I can tell all of us are excited, but a little unsure about what will face us upon arrival.

Overall, I'm really looking forward to getting to know the kids, and seeing how we can work together to make some really cool projects. The next time I post, I will be in India!