Bon Voyage!

Yesterday my family had me a going away party. I was so appreciative of all of the love and support I received. Even a few of my Shorter friends came to see me! It was really awesome; we had Chad on his DJ board out by the pool, and we had a note table where everyone could write notes of encouragement. The strawberry and chocolate cake was also very tasty!

If you know how I am, you would have guessed that I waited until the night before to pack. And guess what? Chad and mom told me that I did not have enough packed?! Wow. Not typical for a girl traveling to Europe. Well one bag is currently packed- one to go!

Tears have already been shed. Nana cried as we left her house, almost like I was leaving and not returning. Also, shown in the picture was Chad presenting me with a gift he has been working for me. He wrote me a note for every day that I will be gone. (Note: tears started falling like rain drops) He is so extremely thoughtful. Also in every note, he included a picture, a memory of us. Then, he made me a canvas that has clothes pin to hang every picture on while I am gone.

I am seriously overwhelmed with the love and support I have received. & thank you for everyone’s prayers. I am so excited about this trip.

Gracias- Millie

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Welcome to my journey...

!Bienvenida! I am headed to Alicante, Spain 4,526 miles away from home! “Why?” you may ask. Well, I have enjoyed studying Spanish ever since I started taking Spanish classes in the 10^th grade. The more I learned about the language and culture, the more I loved it. I continued to take Spanish classes in college and decided it was the good idea to study abroad to further my learning. The opportunity to study abroad was presented to me by Shorter. It was all just a dream when I applied to be approved to study abroad in, my location of choice, Alicante, Spain. I was full of joy as soon as I got my approval letter. Ever since then I have been raising money, applying for this and that, getting forms signed, registering for classes, researching, speaking with other students, etc. It seems like I already have it planned out and figured out, but I know this is just the beginning.

Friday, June 27^th, I fly out of the United States. Wow. My first international flight by myself. I am not afraid. I have had experience flying before, and I enjoy it. I will fly from Atlanta to Amsterdam and from Amsterdam to Alicante. I will be staying with a host family there and attending the local university, Universidad de Alicante. I am beyond excited about this trip. Please continue to follow me on my journey through here my blog, Facebook, Instagram (@millieeep), or all three! I will be writing in a journal, blogging, and taking lots and lots of photos.

Thank you for your support {Gracias} – Millie