I officially leave 7 weeks from today. It seems a little unreal. On one hand, it’s flying by, and on the other it’s creeping along.

I’ve been thinking a lot about what I’m looking for. Yes, my main reason for moving to Chicago is grad school. However, I could have done that here. What’s driving me? I want my relationship with God to grow into something more real and powerful than I’ve ever had. I want to know Him in a much more personal way, and serve Him in ways I never have. I want true friends and real community. I desperately miss having friends. I know that sounds pathetic, but I feel like I’ve been abandoned by most of my friends for whatever reason. Hopefully I’ll find a sense of acceptance and community in Chicago. I want to get an incredible education. I can’t wait to start school and learn in a diverse and challenging environment.

Things are going to be so much different. I have no idea how I’m going to cope with so much of it. But I sure can’t wait!

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