I think things are falling into place...

 I have been so swamped with getting everything lined up and ready for my trip, trying to complete my summer classes, and getting my job wrapped up that I haven't had time to stop and make a post. Thankfully, things are starting to fall into place (or be hammered there), and if all goes well, I'll be flying out the 12th of August. In the meantime, I've been making memories with my cousins and friends. I've had homemade dairy-free ice cream at my house several times the past few months. That's been a lot of fun, and a good way to decompress. 

Homemade Dairy-free Cheesecake Ice Cream

I did have a little scare with my passport, but we got through that. I have to apply for my student visa before I leave, and at that time, they're going to take my passport booklet from me to process that. I'm going to need it in order for fly, and I won't have it back in time. I was able to do some research and apply for a second passport booklet. It should be here in the next couple of weeks, so I think I'm all set there. 

I also set up a GoFundMe to help pay for my trip since I'll unfortunately be losing my job for this opportunity. If you are in a position to donate, please consider doing so. This is going to be an amazing and healing experience for me, and I'll be sure to update you all with my progress along the way! 

GoFundMe Link