Reflections.

This post is a little more than a week late, but I've given myself some time to let the institute sink in, so I could properly synthesize my feelings. I've gained such a wider knowledge of World War II, but also what sacrifice truly means. Through retracing Ernest Tanksley's footsteps, and understanding what his sacrifice meant, I feel that although I still may lack a perfect knowledge of what every sacrifice means I have a broader understanding of what sacrifice in general means. This institute has given me a personal connection that I believe so many people desire. I consider myself incredibly blessed to have this opportunity.

These kids in the above picture (Plus Spencer, for some reason he's not in this picture...) are so amazing. We were all able to become a family somehow within the short amount of time we knew each other. The hardest part about leaving this institute wasn't leaving the amazing food, or beautiful landscape. The hardest part was walking away from each and every one of the members of my "Normandy Famille" at the airport. They've all definitely made a lasting impact on my life, just another reason why this trip is life changing. To close, I'd just like to share a couple random pics from the trip. Enjoy!

Thank you all so much for following our trip!