Hey everyone,
Good news! I made it here to Lviv no problem. Both of my flights went off without a hitch, and we flew through customs. I got to my summer home here a few hours ago (it is now 7:00pm).
I am living with a family of 8! Mom, Dad, Grandma, two teenage boys, and three girls all under 10 or 11. I have met everyone so far except for my host father, but he won't be back until Monday. He is on retreat somewhere, I think.
I have had my first meal in Ukraine. Grandma made borshcht, saurkraut, and barley. And it was very good! I think I scored major brownie points when I led the grace by singing 'Christ is Risen' in Ukrainian.
The language issue hasn't been a huge huge deal so far. My two host brothers speak pretty decent English. But I will undergo formal language training for two weeks at the Ukrainian Catholic University starting on Monday. I go two hours a day for two weeks, then I work at the Faith and Light workshops full time. It should be exciting.
If my writing seems choppy and incoherent, it probably is because I haven't slept in 28 or 29 hours. I will definitely get a good night's sleep tonight!
Until next time,
Michael
About Me
- Michael Hayes
- I am a third year student at the University of Toronto-St. Michael's College doing a double major in philosophy and Christianity and culture. This summer I will go to Ukraine for three months to work with Faith and Light--an international community bringing together people with disabilities. This is an integral part of the Intercordia program in which I am enrolled. I will use this blog to record my progress. Intercordia is a registered charity. BN# 833547870RR0001
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3 comments:
I am glad you are enjoying it there :D
Glad to hear you've arrived safely!
Judging by these frequent updates already, you have internet access nearby. Lucky you!
And the bus rides remind me of Honduras...so inexpensive and they were banana buses too :) The heat, the bumpiness, great company too. Glad to hear you're fine.
Whatever difficulty you'll experience, for there will be a few, continue to rest in His arms. He loves you. Also don't forget, we love you :) And we are praying & cheering you on!
I have a message sent from my fellow Intercordian James to all you guys; if you want you can pass it along. He says:
"I'll be with you in spirit. Don't try to save the world. Just open
your hearts and listen to them."
-Alison
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