Ciao Roma!

During this trip I realized how much we are constantly on the go at home and don’t take the time out to appreciate some things, but I also realized how lucky I am to have the family I do. Some people were surprised how family oriented everything is here but that is how my family is at home. If you don’t have family then you don’t have anything. Everyone in my family always takes time out to spend it with each other and we are very close. Being here has made me realize that not everyone has that and I shouldn’t take it for granted. One thing my family does tend to forget is that they need to take time for themselves and relax. I wish my parents would just take some time off of their busy schedules and get away for a little while. I hope that when my parents have everything they need paid for that they will do some traveling. I want them to experience what I have experienced. Coming to another country and living in another culture is a priceless experience.
Coming to Rome has really made me a more independent and confident person. I feel like I can do anything now. This has really made me realize that if I want something that I need to go for it and not worry. I was nervous to come here but I pushed myself and it was worth it. I have been wanting to go into the Air Force for a very long time and I am making a serious consideration of leaving next year instead of waiting until after school. I do plan on finishing my degree in the Air Force but I feel that my time to go in is now. After being here I am not afraid to go after what I want. I could go on and on about how many things have affected me in these two short months. This will definitely push me to travel to places I never thought I could go. Between talking about all the great times we have had here and planning on what we are doing when we get back I realized how much this experience has given me. Not only have gained a new sense of independence but I have made great friends; ones that are hard to find and impossible to forget.