Home is where the <3 is

Well, it has been a little over a week since I arrived back on American soil. I have got to say, I have never had so many conflicting feelings over being back "home". For so long I thought the only place I could ever call home was comfortable Middlebury, Indiana. Guatemala, you have truly changed the meaning of home for me.

My last week in Guatemala consisted of the beach and many painful, teary goodbyes. The hardest of all- my leader, second mom, and best friend- Sheny. It is really a shame that not everyone can know this amazing woman. This past year, though the best year of my life, was so difficult at times. There were days I questioned myself and what I was doing all the way over in Guatemala. But Sheny, she was always there encouraging me. She was patient and loving and my best friend. She helped me discover my passions and how I can use them to glorify God.
Even though you will never read this because it's in english :), you will never know how much your life and testimony have influenced me this past year. I love you!

Now for what I (plan) to do with my post Guatemala life. I have decided to attend Huntington University this fall where I plan on double majoring in psychology and Spanish! While working in women's social work this past year, I have discovered God's calling in my life to become a counselor for women who are hurting. And maybe someday even move to the missions field again :).
God has truly moved in some amazing ways throughout every aspect of my life this past year, and I could not be more grateful for it. Thanks to everyone who has supported me and read all these blogs!! Your kind words and support have been so encouraging.
And now it's time for a new chapter.