On my way!

Well I've finally set up a blog for my trip. I'm not sure how often I'll be able to update it, but hopefully enough to keep you guys occupied, and pictures eventually. Thanks to everyone who came out to my going away party! Even though I was sick, it was so nice to have (almost) everyone I love in the same place.  A special thanks for the gifts, they were completely unexpected. And a very special thanks to Mary and Jake McDonough for writing me really thoughtful letters I will keep with me while I'm gone, and will hopefully cure any home-sickness. And to Whitney, for giving me gifts I'm not allowed to open until I'm on the plane, until I get there, and one for when I'm really, really homesick. And of course, Rob Meekins.. who GAVE ME his camera, after I lost mine the night before my party. Thank you guys so much. You all have been so awesome and really supportive, and I definitely wouldn't have had the guts to do this without your support. I'll miss everyone so much! E-mail me whenever you can with gossip :-) Srthornley@gmail.com.