I don't think I have updated everyone on my decision regarding whether or not to stay in Moldova for another year or return to America.
So, I will take the opportunity now to share.
After a lot of praying, talking, thinking, weighing all the factors involved(and there were a lot), and wise counsel, I decided not to return to Moldova in the fall. (There are too many details regarding how I made my decision to go into detail here. Just know that my experiences in Moldova have been wonderful and life-changing. I had to make a decision though and this is the one I came to.) I will be staying in America for the time being. Who knows what God has in store? Only God right now. I am still seeking and praying about any further plans.
I will most likely return to Memphis sometime in early July. I will most likely be staying there for at least a couple of months. I have some ideas in mind, but that is all they are-just ideas.
I look forward to seeing family and friends, sharing about my time here in Moldova, and transitioning back into American life(although I think it might be difficult now that I have life experiences outside of America).
It is strange to think about coming home and not really having any plans. I have had a plan or known the next step since I was in high school (2002). I knew I was going to college. I knew which college. I had my degree to work towards. Since 2006, I had Moldova to plan and look forward to. Now, I have no for sure plans, but to go home. So, this is both exciting and scary at the same time. I look forward to what the Lord has in store.
Thank you for your support, encouragement, and prayers.
I still have 3 months of this exciting journey. The journey is far from over!!
God bless,
Shauna
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- I spent nearly a year in Moldova home schooling American kids. I learned a ton! I am so thankful for the opportunity to live in and experience life in a different culture. I highly recommend it.
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Moldova, an ancient land of castles, was frequently controlled by invading forces throughout its long history, including those from Hungary, Poland, and the Turkish Ottoman Empire. After a long association with Romania, it was absorbed into the former Soviet Union (USSR) during World War II. It then gained its independence from Russia in 1991, to become an independent, neutral state. Famed for sparkling wine production, at one time it supplied Russia with over 300 million bottles of wine annually. Still suffering from the impact of the former Communist system, its future now rests on the fertile land, as it's ideally suited for a variety of agricultural industries.
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Experiencing Life in Moldova....some of my activities here...
learning the language, taking the public transportation, teaching, learning to trust God in a whole new way, having fun, relaxing, studying, reading, hanging out with friends, meeting new people, learning to cook, shopping, taking walks through the park, starting to like coffee...
2 comments:
Hi Shauna
My name is Luis and I received an intersting proposition to be a volunteer in Moldova. I visited the country last year, I liked and I found a institution that receives volunteers without those huge fees. But I need your help. When I send the email with the application, the answer came within minutes. I had exchanged a few emails with the guy and seams ok but not too shure (whe always want talk about accommodation!). My question and help is: do you know or know someone that can provide references about www.irffmd.net ? I apreciate all your help. my email is luispresa@gmail.com
Thank you for all your help
Luis Presa
Luis,
There are many opportunities available for volunteering in Moldova. However, I don't know anything about the institution or website that you provided in your comment. I am sorry, but I have no helpful information for you.
Shauna
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