counting down the days...

I can hardly believe how fast my short summer vacation has flown by and I am now sitting here preparing to leave for Brazil in 3 short days. My excitement really started mounting after hearing from my fellow travelers Katie and Mary Zimmerman and Megan Cress who left June 15th and are already getting settled. I can wait to join them and celebrate the continued success of Brazil's soccer team in the World Cup.. very exciting for the country! Last night I dragged the two biggest suitcases into my room and hopefully today I will start loading my belongings into them.. first I have to fold the laundry though, the chores don't stop until I get on the plane! :) Today I celebrated my final Mass with most of my family as we remebered my deceased uncle and godfather Mark Bucci. Family is now over for a final farewell party and I can smell the spagetti cooking! I am off to eat, please keep me in your prayers as Leo and I depart on Friday.. hope this blog will bring you many laughs, tears and happiness in my upcoming 6 month journey to follow God's plan for my life!