Knowledge is something.

I can never predict how I'm going to feel about my impending study abroad experience. One minute, I'm terrified, nervous about everything, considering dropping out of the program... The next minute I can't wait to get there and start learning everything.

Right now I'm excited because I'm starting to get a feel for the language. Today I learned how to write and say I have diabetes* which is pretty empowering. I imagine I'll be needing to say that a lot.

It's surprising how empowering it is to posses some knowledge. Knowing just a little bit more about Thailand allows me to have just a little bit more control over my future trip and my 4 months away... which allows me to relax just a little bit, and start getting pumped.

*ฉันมีเบาหวาน (pronounced "chan mii baohwaan")