Five months. That's how long until I leave on a plane alone to go to Ireland where I know no one. Is it scary? Heck yes. I'm so scared to be in a place where everything is so new and so different. Where I can't drive an hour home to see my mom and dad. Where I won't be able to see my dogs for over five weeks. Where I will be immersed in something I have never experienced before. I would be lying if I said I wasn't scared to pick up my life and go to Ireland for the summer. While there are so many unknowns and so much to be worried about, I have to let that go. 

I am going to be spending my summer studying in a country half way across the world. How many people can say that? There is SO much to look forward to! The people, the friendships, the experiences, the culture, the newness. This adventure is going to be absolutely incredible and I can't wait for it. 

This is what is going to be my normal for the summer. That's incredible! 

(all photos from studiesabroad.com - the ISA website)