Time to Get a Little Sentimental

So, I was going to catch up on some sleep before I have to be up for work in the morning, but that wasn't happening, so I thought I'd leave you guys with one more post :) Why  not right?

I want to dedicate this one to my family:

 I know as you scroll through the pictures you may be thinking to yourself, "Damn, that's a good looking family". Well, you'd be correct on that one. But my family isn't just good looking, they're also the best people I could have asked to have in my life. 

Since I was little, my parents have instilled this sense of wonder and adventure in me (Papa King and I are pretty well known for our adventures) and I can't say how important that has been in my life. As I  

prepare for what is coming in the near future with this trip, it's because of them that I know I don't have to be afraid and that whatever is thrown my way can be taken care of. The world is not something to be afraid of, it is something to be explored, discovered, and embraced. 

Aside from having parents that instilled this sense of wonder in me, they are also the most supportive people I could have asked for. I know of a couple of people who's families didn't like the idea of their children studying abroad because it seemed scary to have them alone overseas. If my parents have this same fear, they sure are good at hiding it. From the day I got accepted to Endicott, I knew that I wanted  

to study abroad, and I was lucky enough to not even have to convince my family that this was a good idea. From the day I mentioned it, my family fully supported this dream of mine. 

As for my brother, Jake, he has been there through everything for me. If I have a problem, he's the first person I call to talk about it. Every fear that I've had about this trip, he has been the first one to hear about it. He's also the best at making me feel better about everything. He turns all of my fears into opportunities and reminds me constantly that I need this in my life because I may never get an opportunity as amazing as this one. 

For those who have heard me talk about my family before, you probably know that I could brag about them forever. We may drive each other crazy sometimes, but I would not have it any other way. My family is constantly pushing me to new limits, and always continues to inspire me. I cannot put into words how thankful I am to have these people in my life.