I leave for China in 10 days!! 10 DAYS!!! There are so many emotions running through me right now. Nervousness, excitement, anxiety, stress, fear, hope; each one just as strong as the next. I decided to create this blog to share my journey with you- my family and friends.
Those of you who know me well were most likely surprised to discover my plans to move to halfway across the world. I am a true homebody, very close to my wonderful parents and (sometimes) wonderful brothers. I love my friends, aunts, uncles, grandparents, etc. They mean the world to me. So the question is, WHY? Why did I just decide to pick up and move to China? Well the honest answer is, I didn't really think about it all all. Up to the time it came to give my employer an answer, I gave this prospect no though whatsoever. When I got the phone call to discuss teaching positions at the school, I was really surprised, since I had no recollection of applying to teach in China! I went along and had a conversation discussing the need of an English teacher to move to China in February, and the whole time was thinking, "Yeah right. I will NEVER mover to China!" However, I did agree to an interview for later that week. I went to the interview unprepared, thinking, "I am probably going to get this job, but I don't even want it." I even considered not going. After discussing the position, I started to think that maybe I would consider it. I got the offer, agonized over it for a while, then declined. Finally, I accepted the position, only after negotiating a shorter contract (one semester as opposed to a year). So that really long explanation still does not answer the question WHY? Well..... I really don't know!
I can tell you what I am hoping to gain from this journey though. I am hoping to experience a new culture, and become more open minded. I think experiencing a new lifestyle will open my eyes to the world around me. I am not going to "find myself," but I am sure I will learn more about myself than ever before. I am also very excited to do some traveling, and take in some beautiful sights. I guess I just needed a change, a chance to grow and a chance to heal. For those of you who have the patience to read my posts, I look forward to sharing my journey with you. However, if you are looking to hear stories about adventure, excitement and fun, I can't promise you anything. But I can share my personal thoughts with you and hopefully inspire, entertain, or simply give you something to do when you're bored!
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Hey Hon!
Great reasons "WHY" you are on this exciting adventure. I admire you for your adventerous spirit and YES healing does work better when you are experiencing new things. Good for you! Stay safe and do GREAT things!!!
Love Auntie Saz
My Dearest Niece Alicia!
You are just wonderful. I admire you sooo much. You write so well. I guess your trip away is not only beneficial to you but to me. I am just beginning to get to really know you from the past few weeks of communicating. What I see so far is a wonderful, smart, beautiful and exceptional niece. I am proud to be your uncle. I know you and the rest of my nieces and nephews are all smart, but for you and Khalid to take the steps that you took takes guts, will power and a greal deal of courage. You are setting an example that the other family members will be proud of.
I think of you daily and am glad to hear that it is working out for you. Just take one day at a time.
Auntie Chris and I are always here if you need anything.
Love always,
Uncle Fazil
Hi Aleeysh,
Wow. The picture that I have in my head of you is as a little pigtail girl. And now look at you. Well, the reason that you accepted that position is "It was meant to be" There is a plan for everyone's life and yours is only playing out as it is written. GOD is in control, HE knows best. May HE guide you and protect you wherever you may be. Never lose sight of GOD and He will take care of you.
Aunty Fazila
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