My last day in Underberg was very emotional with lots of hugs and crying. I will look back on my time away with such fondness and love. It really was so special
I came home at the end of May and I'm now feeling settled back into the routine of being at home. It was quite hard during the first few days of being back with reverse culture shock and the different lifestyle, but everything's good now and I feel relaxed.
Driving to Perth from Edinburgh airport felt so surreal! Everything was so tidy and green and well... first world! I remember feeling such a jumble of emotions all at the one time. It was quite surreal.
Since being back home I would be lying if I said I hadn't changed as a person. It seems cheesy to say it but I really, really have benefited from my time away in South Africa looking after some amazing children. I know for one thing that I feel so much more focused on my life in general/career path which is fantastic and something that I've never felt before! I am so excited to start University in September in Aberdeen. I also feel like my self confidence has grown a lot, and my independence. All the typical things you gain from a year away. I'm so proud of myself.
Would just like to take some time to say, again, a massive thank you to everyone who helped me fundraise for my time away in South Africa. It really wouldn't have been possible without your help. Thank you.
Here's a video of my last night with the kids. Sibonga did a rap for me!!
Salagahle
