D: _____

A, I'm so tired. This is the first time it's ever happened in the last 4 years. I don't know what to do. This scares me.

DEL1L2: Translating in Wind

Like the whispering rice fields, the trees speak in a beautiful language here.

L2: The Power of Language

"Sticks and stones may break my bones, but words can shape my reality." ~A new friend

Language is such a influential device. The words one chooses to describe their daily experiences can be so trivial, yet enriched in so much power. Taking the time to think about how words can affect the thoughts, the choices, the actions, and ultimately the identity.

L3: Nkwenda Inho Amaka

Last night, after a full day of clinic with a pause of yoga in between, I had a revelation Asher. I was riding my bike and for some reason, I decided to let go. Unconsciously, my hands fell to my sides and I was riding with no hands. It seems trivial, but the strange thing? I wasn't afraid. Every time before, I was in fear of falling. Yet, this time, nada. Then I thought... "This is going to be a good year."

Before going to bed, I held little Edisa, the elephant, and prayed for the kids to be safe. It just felt right tonight.

This morning at 6:30AM, I woke up to a phone call. It was Ugandan and I just knew. It was the first time since leaving that I talked to them and I have never felt more relief.

Nkwenda inho amaka. I love you very much family.