Grazie mille Mom and Dad

This entry is for you: Mom and Dad. I felt compelled to express how appreciative I am for this opportunity and for everything I am experiencing because without you, none of it would be possible. Honestly, Mom, I remember growing up listening to you tell stories about Italy and randomly speak Italian words more so with your hands than with pronunciation, (now I can tell you that since I'm in my 2nd year of Italian), and now that I am here, I understand why you would always refer back to this place being one of your favorite places you've ever been. Daddyo, thank you for letting me go. I know that you were obviously very hesitant just because you love me so much and had skepticism about me going halfway across the world for nearly 5 months, but I am so thankful. For everything. For all the things that you have been able to provide for Amy and I, for all the things you guys never had. You have worked so hard for our family, and I am so thankful and blessed to have been given this opportunity. 

Thank you and I love you and miss you so much!