Sand between my toes before I’ve even hit the beach...

How can you describe what it feels like to be home? I do not know for sure, but I know that is exactly what I felt as I jogged through our neighborhood here in Wahiawa. Roosters crowing, friends laughing, Josh Garrels blaring, misty rain falling, neighbors calling out “STN” as you walk by all on a little street called Ohai. Aaaaah it is so good to be back! The past few weeks have been jam packed and are going by way too fast. I am going to have to blog way more than just once or twice a month. Too much goes on here to pick what to write about! So far I have done everything from cleaning out a newly acquired apartment building, to beach cleanup, to team bonding on the top of a mountain, to finding out what my staff apprenticeship position is – Intern Staff! Here at STN, the backbone of our programs in the community is the group of volunteer interns who come from all over the world, especially Sweden. These young people are amazing and I get the privilege to help plan their activities, work in administration, mentor them, and work alongside them during their 3 months here. In between, I’ve had some time for a few dawn patrol sessions and jogging. I miss family and friends, but life is so good! More to come soon…