So I've reached the halfway mark of my 6 month tour in South Sudan. To be honest, it's both exciting and daunting. The first 3 months felt insanely long. I imagine living them over in mirror image and I'm not sure if I can do it again. Endure 3 more months of bad food, horrible smells, and endless frustration? No thank you.
BUT then I think about all the good things that have come from the last 3 months. I've met some amazing people. I've had an impact on their lives and they have made a tremendous impression on mine. I've learned more about Africa than I ever imagined possible (and it's just the tip of the iceberg). I have seen and experienced so much in such a short amount of time. I feel like I have lived several life times in just a few months. The world is a big place and I'm getting a very close view of a small part of it that is so incredibly different from where I come from. It's been unforgettable for sure. So today, I'm looking forward to the next 3 months and all the challenges and opportunity they will bring.
BUT then I think about all the good things that have come from the last 3 months. I've met some amazing people. I've had an impact on their lives and they have made a tremendous impression on mine. I've learned more about Africa than I ever imagined possible (and it's just the tip of the iceberg). I have seen and experienced so much in such a short amount of time. I feel like I have lived several life times in just a few months. The world is a big place and I'm getting a very close view of a small part of it that is so incredibly different from where I come from. It's been unforgettable for sure. So today, I'm looking forward to the next 3 months and all the challenges and opportunity they will bring.
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