My first thoughts when I woke up this morning was: "Where am I?" As I looked around my room, a realization dawned on me: "I'm not in Tennessee anymore." For the past 5 days, Tennessee was all I knew. The 30 degree weather (more or less), the various service projects, the van rides, and the people. Words cannot fully describe the feelings that churned within me but I guess the best one I can muster right now is: BITTERSWEET. It was great to be home with my family but it was difficult not feel sad that Nashville, TN was once again miles away- in body. But Nashville will always hold a special place in my heart. So in spirit, we will always be connected. I will never forget the memories and the work that we accomplished in the few days we were there. Because of us, a few more families can look at their homes, like a phoenix from the ashes, and say: They're one step closer to going home.
To the men and women who took time out of their lives to help a few people in their struggle to regain some sort of normalcy- it was a pleasure meeting you and working with you. What we share is special and I hope we can keep this bond going.
<3 evie
