Spending the weekend with mom and Jerri going to DC's gay pride parade and pride festival was so eye opening. The parade did not center around "being gay", but rather acceptance. Everyone was just happy. Happy to be in a place they could completely be themselves without any judgement. I loved being in that environment and interacting with so many happy people. Especially getting to experience all of it with my mom.
This week we got into the lab and start working, all of my coworkers are so great. My team is composed of 6 FDA workers along with 3 other interns. Everyday Abbi and I learn a little more and get a little more independent. It is really satisfying to know that the work we are going to be apart of this summer has a real impact.
This week our county has been under a tornado warning 2 nights. Severe weather is very different here.
No one seems to care when a tornado is just a few miles away, while Abbi and I were on red alert seeking shelter. Apparently tornados here last a very short time and are very weak in nature.
Overall it is about the little things. Having people at work invite you to lunch along with a perfectly timed bus transfer can make my day. Being in a city always reminds you of your roots. We always have conversations at work about how many Sonics are in Lubbock or the frequency of Haboobs. I am having a great time experiencing new things and continuing to step out of my comfort zone.
None of this means that I do not miss home. It is depressing to think that I have only been here a week and a half and I already miss my family so much. Skyping with Estevan always cheers me up, but I hate missing out on so much at home. Every adventure comes with a sacrifice and I know this experience is going to teach me so much. Love you all!
Here are some pictures from this week
Super official FDA lab coats
From Lincoln memorial
Pride parade
Frozen yogurt in the mall
Legit monks I ninjaed a pic on metro
Capitol
The Ethiopian food mom and jerri took us to eat
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