Jam and Jenna!

Okay, I apologize for the title. But I didn't know what else to put and I thought, what the hell? So I realize you are probably still in that two weeks where you can't call or email anyone back home. I am sure it is easier this time around though since you know the world is, in fact, not ending and that you are going to have the time of your time. Hopefully you are imparting some of the wisdom on the other girls who are doing this the first time around.
Just wanted to let you know that I am doing well and that I completely agree with Em's quote. God, she said it so damn perfectly. It is so much harder to be inspired here but I realize finding passion in a life not filled with Nelson Mandela and zebras is, in itself, an adventure. I am back at school and finding it not so bad. The people are not bothering me as much as they previously have; I am enjoying just living in my own state of mind away from all the meaningless drama. I have discovered first-hand that there are much more important things in life. I am just writing a lot and also cutting myself some slack to relax. Africa was exhausting! And of course I still do my work but I am not so planned about when I do it. I know it'll get done so I am allowing myself to be a second semester senior. I am telling you this for I know you are probably really meticulous about your work at your home school too and knowing that you are the same person as me, well, I assume you have struggled with the same feeling that everything must be done at a certain time and place and bam! I would always get my homework done right away so I wouldn't have to think about it anymore. I didn't like having it on my mind. But you and I both know that we will get our work done. And now that I have found better things to occupy my time with, if I take a little break, I am all good. And it so much less stressful let me tell you! It's harder to do this while traveling I am sure but definitely try it out when you become a junior!
I cannot believe you are in South America right now. Once you get internet access after the 2 weeks, the absence of emails in my inbox will no longer go unnoticed so you better send a ton. Say hello to everyone for me. And that I miss them and wish I could be there with them.

You Rock Jenna. Just had to say it.

Love, Justine