Alright, so, this spring I applied for a program through the Toyota International Teachers Program that would basically be a two week trip to the Galapagos Islands from November 22-December 6. While I haven't gotten it, I did get an email today saying that out of over 900 applicants I've made it to the last round!
Now, for the full import of this to sink in, first remember that the closest I've been to "out of country" was either Iowa or New Mexico. Second, consider the surroundings... these are THE Galapagos Islands, one of the most biologically diverse areas on the ENTIRE planet. Thirdly, this is the land of Darwin. This trip would be the equivalent of a Chaucerian trip to Canterbury, a pilgrimage to Mecca, vacation to Graceland... this is where Darwin's raw data on finch evolution comes from... I could see the offspring of the finches that inspired one of the most groundbreaking scientific principles of our time... you get the picture...
So, my request of you--please pray to your deity of choice on my behalf!
I should know something by the end of July... cross fingers, please. If they cramp between now and then, cross toes and then switch back to fingers.
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