That's a Wrap.

Well folks,

Finally made it back safe and sound. Thought I'd give one last blog entry to close up this years traveling adventures. Wow, what an incredible gap year. All the way back to August when I was first planning out my  year til now. In the past year, I have accomplished way more than I ever thought I could. I have faced some of the biggest challenges of my life, have seen some of the most stunning places on Earth, and have met some of the most amazing human beings in the whole world. I want to just take a moment to thank each and every single one of you who donated to my trips, encouraged me over the last 12 months, or even just read one of my blog entries. Your overwhelming amount of love and support has been extremely wonderful and I couldn't have done it without you! Mom, Dad, thank you for giving me the amazing opportunities to travel and explore and experience different cultures. For believing in me when I didn't and for encouraging me to stay strong and keep going. I will never forget these experiences and the new friends I have made. All in all, it was one of the best years of my life. Anyone out there who is reading this and considering taking a gap year or if you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. I would be more than happy to help you out. A huge thank you once again to all of my supporters and donors. Couldn't have done it without you. Everyone take care and have an amazing rest of your summer. Now I guess there is just one more thing to say..... that's a wrap!

Homeward Bound

Sitting in the Phnom Penh International Airport.... And it is so packed. Here take a look.

My last hours.

I honestly can't believe it. Two months have already come and gone! Cambodia, you are absolutely incredible. You are indescribable. Challenging me in so many ways, some I expected, but so many more I did not. I will never forget these past eight weeks of my life. To leave this country, my incredible students, and my amazing friends, who I have been so blessed to meet each and every one, is so hard. The only thing harder than saying "hello", is saying "goodbye". Cambodia, I don't know when I will come back or when I will see you again, but I do know this will not be the last time. We will meet again, and I am looking forward to it!

Last work day.

So my last volunteer day has actually arrived. I thought it was very fitting to end my 8 weeks on a high note. What is higher than an epic water balloon fight between everyone? It was such a great way to end my time here and say goodbye to everyone. The students absolutely loved it and this will definitely be one of the highlights of my trip. Here are some pictures of today's "teaching lesson". 

“Life isn't about waiting for the storm to pass...It's about learning to dance in the rain.”

Kep, Cambodia

Pure relaxation. Located 45 minutes from the Kampot Province and 2 hours from Sihanoukville, Kep is ideal for anyone wanting to relax and chill. Me, Victoria, and Bonnie and her twin brother, Oliver, all traveled to Kep for the weekend. It was great! So relaxing and they had the best crab! So good. We just spent our time swimming in the huge pool and swinging in the hammocks. We stayed at the Vanna Hill Resort in Kep. Our bungalow was located right in the jungle on this mountainside. Really cool. I loved it. Here are some pictures of our time.

Cambodian Cuties