So, you're probably getting tired of my obsession with Greek weather and atmosphere (haha), but the weather outside was beautiful again today. After working out, I went outside and attempted to get in one of the hammocks which proved to be quite the challenge. I waited until no one was looking and clumsily fell back into it, praying that I wouldn't flip over. Mission accomplished-- until I tried to get out of it. I laid in the hammock and read my book-- I wanted to take a nap, but I was afraid I would lose track of time and it got a little chilly in the shade.
I walked with Alana down to a beachside cafe, where we met Lauren and Lacey. It is a holiday here so all the cafes were packed and people were flying kites. Lauren and Lacey flew a kite earlier, but I was probably wrestling with the hammock when they left. Usually when we go to a cafe, it isn't very crowded, but I loved being caught up in the hustle and bustle. Families were getting together, old friends-- it was fun to see the excitement on their faces and in their voices. On one of my tests today, the teacher asked what is something we want to take back to the United States and apply to our relationships. I put that I think that I need to put more time into conversation with friends. Instead of chugging down a cappucino, why not finish it slowly and visit for an hour or so? What is so wrong with taking things slow and not constantly having to check something off of a list? Efficiency and hard work are very important, but so is friendship and love-- for God has blessed us with those to make life more fulfilling.
We just got done with supper and I'm probably going to play some volleyball for a while until we are summoned into the living room for chapel (we didn't do it earlier because the electricity went out-- strikes here cause us to lose power for a few hours each day!) and we have to watch "Masada" again-- joy of a thousand joys. :-)
We also have to plan free travel tonight because it is soon approaching. When we get back from Israel it will be about 2 weeks until we part ways. CAN YOU BELIEVE THAT? Wow. It seems like yesterday I was terrified of getting on that plane, facing the unknown, not knowing anyone-- now I am fixing to have to leave them. I heard that free travel is strategically placed at the end to make you want to go home, but if I was leaving straight from the Artemis, it would be a hard step. I love home and miss it, but I love the pace here. I love the new things. I love to feel like I'm growing in knowledge and in self. Though it will be sad, there are things I have gained here that I can take back with me.
As you all know, you are constantly being thought of. I love you all!
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Ash,
Sounds like you are having fun still. And, becoming an international traveler. I know you will have a good trip to Israel. The risk is somewhat, but not any worse than driving down Race Street. Just go low profile, and stay alert. It will be a spititually life changing experience. Sorry you thought Mimi was the violater of Delphi. It was me, and she is still upset. We had a good break overall, and are back in the groove today. There is something to be said for both. Miss YA, Love YA, Paw-Paw :-)
We'll make a date when you get home to go to Cafe Java and spend the afternoon. It is hard to believe that your time there is almost over. It has amazingly enough gone fairly quickly for me too. Being able to write daily has helped so much. Love you!!
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