Hello there :]

Hello there,

In exactly one month I will be landing in Cape Town, South Africa to begin what I'm certain will be a transformative experience! I have created this blog to be a space where you can get updates on how and what I'm doing in relation to my study abroad in South Africa (aka. "Intensive"). I wanted to do this because we are used to an "instant access" culture where we expect immediate replies to our texts, calls, emails, etc, but during this summer I will not have that capability. I am not taking my laptop or phone to Africa and will only have internet access every 7+ days, so this will be the best way to stay informed and keep in touch during the next few months.

I only have 2 months in South Africa and I want heed the advice my 10th grade history teacher gave me when he said, "Be where you are". Thus, I want to be WHOLLY invested in where I am and part of doing so is (considering you by) laying the expectation that I will be unavailable from June- early August. However, I will be posting updates, reflections, photos, stories, etc etc etc every 7-ish days, so return here weekly and stay involved with my experiences on the Intensive through commenting on my posts. I won't be able to reply to individual emails/comments/etc, but I WILL read them and truly value your feedback= please comment because I would love to hear from you :]

Throughout this entire experience I want to be as honest as possible, so I will be posting reflections, controversial writings, prayer requests, personal "processings", and various other tid-bits... so ... if you're ready for a wild ride.... I invite you to join me over the next 3-4 months as a prepare for, engage in, and debrief about the Intensive!

Grace and peace,

Hannah :]