I am really looking forward to 2012 and what adventures lie ahead. I started this blog in 2009 after traveling to South Africa for a volunteer abroad trip. In the past 2 1/2 years I have managed to continue my travels (Rome, Costa Rica, New York City(twice), and a cruise to Mexico). As long as this list is the list of places I still want to see is longer :-) So I am not slowing down. In late March I will be going back to Rome and seeing a new city - PARIS!!! I will be using my week off for spring break. My friend, Andrea, will be going with me. We are going to Rome first for a couple of days. This will be Andrea's first time there and I couldn't say no to more pizza, pasta, and gelato! We will be spening the rest of our trip in Paris exploring the big sites of the city.
In 2011 I joined the Youth Ministry Leadership Team at my church and have helped in planning a mission trip to Nashville, TN for this summer. We have about 30 youth signed up to go and I will be joining them as an adult leader. I am really excited for this trip. It will be my first mission trip in the US.
In addition, I plan to do another Half-Marathon this year making it my 4th!! I am also looking forward to lots of time spent with friends and family this year. Watching my nieces and nephews grow up and soaking up as much Aunt Dena time as I can! I am very blessed and I think 2012 is going to be a great year!
