The first week of classes are over and I have officially known my residents for eight days. I think this week went great! I was stressing the night before move-in day but once the day came it was a natural ease. I loved meeting all of my residents and took on to some basic information very quickly. I have always been pretty good with names so it wasn't to hard to remember. This made me try and remember where they are from and their majors. I am very happy with the amount of information I have gained so far from pure observation and investing time in conversations with them all.
I have students from all over the world, from Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Germany, Taiwan, New York, New Jersey, Louisiana, Kentucky, Arizona, Alaska, Montana, California, and right here in Idaho! Our range is very large giving us all the opportunities to learn something new about a different culture, or way of living. I love having a group from so many places because I am always trying something new; a new language, a new song, and even new foods!
Another thing that is great about our community is how quickly they have bonded together. Its amazing to see them on the first day not knowing anyone, to look at them today were they could probably tell each other's life story. I am amazed by the progression that has come in such a short time.
Seeing the progression in people from day one to days afterwards is one reason that I have chosen my field of study. My passion is to one day become an Educator; more or less because of the way my students will grow. I am so grateful to have this opportunity and be apart of this communities growth. I will continue to strive for community bonding and ways to allow never ending growth.
Through this short adventure I have found myself more often then not turning down invites from my boyfriend and friends to go out and be with them. I didn't think I would give up SO MANY opportunities so I could stay and assist my community, but I want to say thank you to them for supporting me and understanding my responsibilities. I love each and everyone of them and know that they will continue to invite me until I have a chance to say "YES! I am coming!"
>Brittney<
Brittney, as I re-read all the posts today, I was thinking of our conversation last week. How is your energy this week (Week 7)......
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