Lonely

Lonely. That's kind of how I'm feeling lately, well not kind of, that is how I'm feeling lately. Ever since Lilja left (one of two friends I have here and the only one who lived close) I have felt lonely and homesick. I have now been here for close to 6 months so I think it is about time to feel a bit homesick haha. I know I should just suck it up, go out and meet new people but that's hard when you don't know the language well. I'm sure I could do it but, anyone who knows me knows I am an awkward person and it takes awhile for me to make friends. I didn't always used to be this way, I used to be quite bubbly and personable maybe I can return to that Rachel again and shed this introvert personality I have seemed to develop.

The one thing that is definitely keeping me going is knowing my mom will be coming out here! Not for another 6 1/2 months but still, she's coming! The plan is to show her around a good chunk of Italy and then head to France. She has always wanted to go to Paris but has never had to opportunity until now, I'm so glad I get to be the one to experience it with her! My mom is literally the best you guys, you might think your mom is cool but she has nothing on mine.

Another thing that is keeping me in good spirits (for the most part) is tomorrow I am heading with my host family to the lovely island of Sardinia. Sardinia is apparently supposed to have the nicest seas in all of Italy! This makes me happy because if I could be a mermaid, trust me, I would be. I love the water and all things beach related, except the whole swim suit thing. I may be losing weight but I'm still no model so Bathing suits are not my favourite clothing items on the planet.

I don't really know why I'm writing this post, maybe it's just because I haven't written in awhile and just needed to get this off my chest. My name is Rachel, and I am lonely and miss my mommy. Obviously I also miss my Daddy and my best friends but mostly, I miss my mom haha. If you had told me 5 years ago that I would be feeling this way about my mom, I would have laughed at you. I've always been a Daddy's girl but lately my mom has taken over that spot! Love you mommy! I love you too Daddy but ya know, you're not as fun since you grew a back bone ;).

Me, Daddy, Mommy and the beautiful D.C. Temple

Anyways, until next time!

<3

Rachel