All packed up and ready to set out on a grand adventure tomorrow evening! As I'm preparing to leave for an experience of a lifetime, I am reminded of how grateful I am to have had some of the most amazing opportunities throughout my life. I have the best parents and sister I could've asked for who have always taught me to pursue my passions in life, and have been proud of me every step of the way. I am lucky to have been offered an incredible scholarship that pays for my education and helps me afford such experiences. I'm blessed with the biggest support from my academic staff at Purdue that have encouraged me to take every advantage school had to offer me, also, support from my friends who always make me feel at home wherever I'm at in the world, and lastly, my boyfriend who pushes me to better myself every day. My hope is that those of you who follow my blog throughout the four months I'll be in Ireland and other parts of Europe will feel a bit of the excitement and share these experiences with me throughout this new adventure!