Well, my friends…welcome back!!

This semester – my third as a graduate student – can be described in one, singular word: a whirlwind.

Well, that’s not true.  It can also be described as incredible, rewarding, busy, at times overwhelming, but even more awesome…a lot of words can describe my life since that last week of August.  But, to be frank, I haven’t had a whole heck of a lot of time to sit down, really think about all the goings-on, and reflect.  My blog helps me do that. And for that reason, alone, I must apologize for the hiatus! It’s been way too long since I found the time to get behind this keyboard and really share some of my thoughts and musing with all of you.  I must say I am extremely grateful for the many e-mails, text messages, and personal appeals to get back on and update it, outside of my Leadership in Diverse Contexts class.

I write this blog post as I prepare to pack a bag to head to my favorite city in the entire country – Boston, Massachusetts.

One of my true, true passions in this life is traveling. I realize that it is certainly a luxury – one that I am profoundly grateful for.  I love checking out new culture, new cities…but this is the third time that I’ve been to Boston in as many years.  So, there’s that.

So, as I prepare to head away, I made myself a vow – at least for this trip, I would be sure to reflect lots, and often, on many of the exciting adventures we have planned.  Thus, this initial post. :)

Well – I need to get back on top of my packing and decide how much I’m going to overpack (because it’s really NOT a question of if…it’s how much).  For now, I’ll leave you with a quote.  This quote was relayed to me by Dr. Mary Miller, who guest lectured in one of my classes last week. She said,

“I keep a diary when I travel becuase I want to keep up with the things that impact me.”

Oh – and, Happy Halloween! I’ll leave this little treat here for you…one of my favorites of the season.