Seriously, Am I leaving?

I can't exactly comprehend that I am actually leaving. As I sit here at 7am today (Thursday) and look at my unpacked bag, I think about the fact that I am leaving Mongu tonight. It just doesn't seem real. At this very moment in time, I don't want to leave, as I have built amazing friendships and have grown so much it has been incredible. Of course there were times where all I wanted to be was at home. But that's normal. And yes it has been incredibly difficult. But if it was easy, then something is very wrong. I know that I will come back, but its just the fact that I wont see these people everyday, or weekly that is going to be so hard. Also I have this huge worry of being lonely when I am home. As I have been living with 4 other missionary's who I hang out all the time with all the time ( literally) , then all the other people on base, who are always around if you need someone. So you are literally never alone. So that will be very strange too. I may not sound that excited to go home, but of course I am, as I get to see my awesome Mom, my friends and be in civilization. But I feel like I am leaving this home and family and friends to see my other family and friends. Literally Mongu feels like home.

All I can say, which is awesome, and makes it easier leaving is that Bri, Rose and Matt will be in South Africa next week for 2 weeks. So I am so excited that I get to be with them in SA. It will defiately make the adjustment easier.

How we always pose for the camera!

Mongu has changed my life. The people have changed my life. This trip has changed my life. It has been amazing, but now its time to end this part of my Mongu journey. I know I will be back! I have learnt so much, but my brain is buzzing.I have made incredible friendships with the locals and all on base.. Honestly, this has been the time of my life! And an experience I will never forget.