Here we go. Last night at home, finishing up with all of our last minute preparations, checking off the final items from our packing lists, making sure all of our business is in order. Tomorrow, we embark on a four month adventure, an adventure we cannot honestly comprehend until we find ourselves in the midst of it. Right now, I'm sure all of us are full of excitement as well as a fair share of nervous anticipation. I for one am beyond excited to go, but also quite anxious to leave home.
The first legs of international travel (i.e. overnight, cross-Atlantic flights) can be bizarre, jarring experiences Tonight, we'll sleep in our own beds. In a few days time, we'll be getting out of bed in Istanbul, over 5,000 miles from St. Olaf, from our homes, our family and our friends.
It'll take awhile to get into the rhythm of the trip, but I know we'll find our rhythm as a group easily once we overcome jet lag and travel fatigue, once we get rested up and settled into our new accommodations.
Unbelievable that our date of departure is finally here. All of you in the group, sleep well, get your rest; we have a lot of travel time ahead of us. Family and friends, wish us luck, keep us in your thoughts, and stay tuned for a post upon our arrival.
Peace,
Luke P
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