Reflect

       As any journey winds down, we must accept the unfortunate fact that things will be coming to an end. This process can leave us saddened and longing for more time, yet we cannot forget an important truth- how much we ourselves have learned, have changed, and have developed over the course of our venture. And so, with only two more lessons to be taught, I should now recall everything that has happened over the past amazing fourteen weeks.

1.      Explore and discover lands that remind you of the great places from your childhood imagination and let absolutely nothing in this world hold you back.

2.      Embrace your inner cheetah and welcome changes with open arms.

3.      Appreciate the guiding hands and gracious hearts that allow you to experience your journey.

4.      Be a newbie- experience everything that comes your way with an overflowing desire to see even more.

5.      Sing like no one is listening and dance like no one is watching by truly living in the moment.

6.      Create amazing memories with people whom you will remember for your entire life.

7.      Witness something truly life-changing.

8.      Roll with the punches so that, in the end, you can call someplace entirely new your own unique home.

9.      Do not be so afraid of life’s uncomfortable and unexpected curveballs- you never know what could happen.

10.  Interact with as many people as possible no matter where you go.

11.  Chase your dreams and never let them go.

12.  Remember that it is perfectly natural to miss home.

13.  Explore every inch of a new area without a map to guide you.

14.  Admire the great beauty of our own little world.

15.  Find a true friend who will always be there to pick you up if you fall down.

16.  Allow your mind to be open and free to everything new and exciting in the world.

17.  Reflect on what you have learned and appreciate the great gifts you have been given.

       I cannot stress enough how important it is to remember everything you have learned throughout your journey. Doing so allows you to reflect on all the great memories, all the hilarious laughter, and all the beautiful sights you have been a part of.

       There is, however, one final lesson still to be learned…