Homeward Bound

So I go Home in a week? Yes I suppose this is true. I can't believe it has flown by so fast. It seemed like just yesterday I was running to catch the plane or train to get here. Everything was so new. I think today's class was very interesting. It was cool to see the quotes everyone picked and their remarks.

This trip has been full of surprises from the start, even before arriving. I had mindset coming in and somewhat of a plan. For the most part, both of those have changed. Everyone's said this over and over, but I have truly learned alot about myself. For about a four month period I was certain of my career. I wanted to work for the government and be a diplomat or an ambassador. After being here, this is certainly not the case. There were a number of positives as well, but this totally is changing my plan.

Also I have changed; I am certainly not the same Sharrell Barnes who arrived here.

I am the same in respects that I will always have the same background and things of that of nature; but outlook is certainly different. I am so proud of myself, not to toot my own horn. But I never thought I'd be here. I didn' t know just what I was capable of. I can tell the change in just how differently I act in situations, and my response.

I have met a number of wonderful people. Some of the people I really believe will become life long friends. I have been challenged and I have been inspired. This will certainly be a memory for the rest of my life. The frustrations and aggervations may fade, but I will remember the important things that effected me.

My hope is that everyone has had a life changing experience just like I have. I can't say that if I had the opportunity I would do a few things differently, but I'll keep that in mind for next time around. I can't wait to apply what I have learned here to my life in the states. This is only the beginning, can't wait to see what's next.