Today is my Dad's birthday. Although I was able to FaceTime with him, it isn't the same as celebrating with him in person. Being in another country on such a special day reminds me again of how important my family is to me.
In the weeks leading up to my year with YAGM, my dad, mom and I excitedly researched Békéscsaba, looking up pictures of my new town and exploring where I would be living for the next year. Even since arriving in Hungary, my dad would text or FaceTime and tell me what the weather would like that day or week or ask how I was doing. I love checking in with my parents, seeing how they are keeping busy since becoming empty nesters (even if it is only for a year!). He loves to hear about how teaching is going or if I am warm enough or getting enough to eat. Even from thousands of miles away, my dad is still checking in to make sure I am right where I belong. Hope you are having a great birthday Dad. Hope Luther (finally) wins against Wartburg today!
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Elaina JohnsonI am from a town on the border of Minnesota and Wisconsin. I grew up in Hudson, WI, where I had the privilege of returning after graduating from Winona State University with a degree in Therapeutic Recreation. Archives
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