Wow, I got so caught up with my interns, I didn’t even realize how quickly time has passed since my last log. I think my personal journal has been neglected for weeks now.
So as I am directing the AYF Internship in Armenia this year, my 8 interns arrived last Saturday night and will be here for two months. So far so good. They have adjusted to Yerevan, seem to be happy with their work and are excited to see the rest of the country. I have reached a point where staying in my own apartment is becoming unnecessary because I am only there from 2:00 am to 9:00 am to sleep, shower and then return to the central area where my interns are, or work.
I went to Zadig orphanage today with two of the interns to place them there. It’s always a pleasure. I was there once last year, and then traveled with the kids to Lake Sevan again, but I haven’t seen them since July last year. I returned today and they all remembered me very well. I felt so much at home there, and it was a fulfilling day to interact with them. Some of the precious little ones had a big smile for me when I arrived and giggled when they realized who I was. Oh, I miss children. It seems like I don’t get to see enough innocent children in my days, that when I do, I feel complete again.
I ran into friends of my parents today who have been here for two weeks now, but are leaving soon. They told me I look like I am on cloud 9 the way I am smiling so much. I think they might go back to my parents and tell them that their little Arsineh isn't coming home any time soon.
So the question that keeps popping up in conversation that wont let me sleep at night is… do I really want to go back to the States in August. I have been torn before, but never like this. I have never been so undecided about something in my life. Raffi, you haven’t won the bet yet, but odds might be looking in your favor! Do you prefer Thai or Mexican? Perhaps we can have that dinner in Armenia at Ginger since I might just be here when the bet is decided. Did we agree on November?
So as I am directing the AYF Internship in Armenia this year, my 8 interns arrived last Saturday night and will be here for two months. So far so good. They have adjusted to Yerevan, seem to be happy with their work and are excited to see the rest of the country. I have reached a point where staying in my own apartment is becoming unnecessary because I am only there from 2:00 am to 9:00 am to sleep, shower and then return to the central area where my interns are, or work.
I went to Zadig orphanage today with two of the interns to place them there. It’s always a pleasure. I was there once last year, and then traveled with the kids to Lake Sevan again, but I haven’t seen them since July last year. I returned today and they all remembered me very well. I felt so much at home there, and it was a fulfilling day to interact with them. Some of the precious little ones had a big smile for me when I arrived and giggled when they realized who I was. Oh, I miss children. It seems like I don’t get to see enough innocent children in my days, that when I do, I feel complete again.
I ran into friends of my parents today who have been here for two weeks now, but are leaving soon. They told me I look like I am on cloud 9 the way I am smiling so much. I think they might go back to my parents and tell them that their little Arsineh isn't coming home any time soon.
So the question that keeps popping up in conversation that wont let me sleep at night is… do I really want to go back to the States in August. I have been torn before, but never like this. I have never been so undecided about something in my life. Raffi, you haven’t won the bet yet, but odds might be looking in your favor! Do you prefer Thai or Mexican? Perhaps we can have that dinner in Armenia at Ginger since I might just be here when the bet is decided. Did we agree on November?
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