Excitement!

I'm really really excited about opening my first blog! I hope that it gives me more of an opportunity to share who I am with others, especially those of you that I may not know very well. For those of you that are close to me, I will be able to give you a more in depth view of the things that are going on in my life physically, emotionally, and spiritually.

I'll start now with a short update/overview of my life right now, and then every entry that follows will just build upon it.

Ever since May 10th (my graduation day), my life has really been moving at the speed of lightning. Shortly after graduation, I learned of a potential opportunity to go to South Africa. Although somewhat nervous at first, I jumped at the opportunity to leave the country. Fortunately, I was accepted into the program and had the opportunity to go to Johannesburg, South Africa for 3 whole weeks to work with high school girls! Girls from both America and South Africa! t's crazxy, because sometimes when you are in a position of leadership you expect to b e the one that is dong most of the teaching, but I learned soo soo much from the girls.. More than I think I taught them. I know that God really had me there for a reason, because I really learned a lot about life, myself, and people in general. I met several amazing girls and developed some meaningful relationships that I will continue to develop in the days ahead. It was a great experience, one that I really wouldn't trade. Upon returning, I traveled to Virginia, Boston, Florida, and finally landed in Pittsburgh, where I would have my first day of work at PNC Bank. I did not know it would come so fast, but am glad that it's finally here. I know that this is a huge stepping stone in the grand scheme of things that God has in store for me. I stayed in Pittsburgh for 2 weeks for orientation.. and am now in Philly for six more weeks for training. Although the training is intense, I'm learning a lot and it is comforting to know that there are people here in Philly that I can call upon if I just want to get away. I'm really excited, but must admit, am a little nervous about this next season that I'm entering, but I know that God is in control! That's the very very very brief update... Boston, New Orleans, South Africa, Virginia, Maryland (of Course), Pittsburgh, Florida, and now Philly! There has been a lot going on, but that's all for now, because I really need to be studying for my class tommorow RIGHT now, so that I can be in bed before midnight! Until next time... remember the importance of humility!