I arrived back at school today for the first of two days of pre-trip workshops. This morning’s session was especially neat as we were introduced to many basic tools and their applications. I was familiar with all of the tools we demoed, but I also learned for the first time how to cut sheet-rock.  In terms of projections, or even just thoughts regarding our upcoming trip, I usually try to avoid formulating expectations before visiting a new place. I of course have imagined to some extent what our two weeks will be like, but I’ve learned that it’s never quite what you think it will be, and therefore am doing my best to avoid imagining too much. I hope to be challenged while in Louisiana, but for the time being can think of no one thing in particular that I expect to be especially hard. I’m very excited to get down there though, and know the two weeks will fly by so I plan to make the most of it.