I am officially back where I belong... back in Black(sburg), and it feels great! I haven't had a lot of time since getting here to post, and to be honest I don't have a lot of time right now. But nonetheless, I will give a quick and dirty update. Hopefully I will have more time for a more in-depth post later - hopefully.
I moved to Blacksburg on July 8th. The move included unloading furniture and all of the big ticket items into the building that I will live in permanently, moving my essentials into my temporary place, and moving the unnecessary stuff into my storage unit. All of this in one day! Thank goodness for strong arms and kind people!
Last week was my first week at Virginia Tech, and it was FILLED with training! A lot of discussions around the philosophy and theory of why we do what we do. I love talking theory, but was also hoping to get some more concrete answers to my questions. I will say that it is good to work in a place where we really have a reasoning as to why we do what we do. And I do what? Just kidding! But really, I still have A LOT to learn about my new position - and I have no doubt that this is going to be something that truly challenges me in ways to push me out of my comfort zone.
I had a very nice, low-key weekend. Did absolutely nothing on Saturday except sleep and hang out with Addy watching movies. Sunday I went to church with my aunt and uncle and then had lunch at their house. It is a blessing to be so close to family now... and the added perk of being able to do laundry doesn't hurt, no shame here!
Overall it's been an adventure, full of excitement and a little frustration. Every day when I walk Addy around campus, I have to pinch myself that I really am living and working here now. I made a promise to this campus when I left my senior year that I would come back, just never thought it would be so soon. This is just awesome!
