So I'll make this brief and fun/picture-filled.
On Wednesday April 7th, mom and I set out for nowhere, Indiana (aka South Bend). Many transportation horrors later, we found ourselves on Notre Dame soil. Despite the freezing weather and general darkness of the night, I felt something so special, just being on campus.
The next morning, I woke up and met with my host who took me to her Spanish, International Relations, P.E., and Ochem lab. Tom's friend, Wendy also offered to show me around and eat lunch with me. Everyone was so welcoming and hospitable, but I was intimidated more than I like to admit by the weather. It snowed (yeah, it's still April in Indiana too). I also felt like I came on a stressful day for my host, who was clearly hosed with stuff to do so I kind of just let her get things done. I wanted to love my ND visit and first experience so much, but I was so conflicted. It wasn't everything that I expected, but I was angry at myself for having second thoughts (maybe it's too far, maybe it's too cold, maybe it's not for me). But I kept my hopes up, met back up with mom, and went on a campus tour for admitted students the next day. The tour guide was an enthusiastic bio major who shared many of the same interests and passions. The tour ended at the Grotto.
It was an unexplainable sensation, kneeling before the many lit candles at the Grotto for the first time. It was there that I confirmed my enrollment (not in the excessive amounts of paperwork). How could I ignore all of the opportunities God had given me. I felt so strongly called to Notre Dame, a place far away from everything I've known with (admittedly) uncomfortable weather and most importantly, a place where I can grow spiritually in my relationship with Christ.
Ahh I'm not sure all of my rambling makes sense, but for the first time in my life, I feel like I'm taking a big step in the direction God is calling. Here are the promised pictures!
okay. the pics aren't working. i'll add them later.
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