It's really weird to think that this time next week, I will be in route to Transnistria. I am so very nervous and extremely excited.

I really don't feel prepared at all. I know I am working with orphans... and I know I have done that kind of work before, but this is going to be so much different. The main thing that concerns me is the emotional burden that will be present everywhere. From what I understand, Transnistria is not the best place ever. I have been told by some that it is a "black hole," forgotten by most. And this is the place that made me willingly stand up and say "PICK ME! I'LL GO!"???