A journey to the other side of the world.

America is my home country, it is where family is, it is where friends are--it is where a huge part of my heart is.

I know this post comes almost a month after my visit, but never too late to talk about an epic trip!

I was able to FINALLY see my parents new house in Seattle, Washington! It was a great visit and I fell in love with a new city. I got to do a lot of touristy stuff while I was home, which was strange, but that was cool.

I saw family and that meant the world to me and it was amazing to see how much has changed in a year, and also what hasn't changed.

A short trip in Seattle and then I was off to LA...back to "home" for an even shorter trip. It was terrific to have In-n-out again--it should be against the law to not have that once a week. If there is one food that I miss, for some reason those animal style fries, are it. I saw friends that I love dearly and I got to see the beach, oh how I miss that place.

In a bittersweet goodbye with everyone, I was back to China to start the 4th semester of my life abroad. I have many adventures awaiting me and I can't wait. I turn 24 in a few short days and I leave for a three week long trip to Malaysia and Thailand :)

Here are some pictures from my trip back home!!

With love,

Ashley

Prayer requests:
Guidance as I figure out this job hunt
For my friends and fellow teachers--guidance, support, love, laughter, job hunting
Safe travels for my friends and I as we depart soon

Highs:
Going home
Seeing the family
seeing friends
american food
traveling soon :)

Lows:
Job hunt
discouraged about a lot of stuff