Farewell travels. Real world, here I come very nervously....

I have made the venture to Kampala, the chaotic capital city. Roads are horrific, traffic, or "the jam" is unbearable especially if you are unlucky enough to be stuck in a matatu(small taxi van) with 20 or more other people. The heat and pollution is suffocating. Riding a boda(motorbike) is the easiest transport but really cant shake the terrified feeling and morbid thoughts as we worm through traffic, around potholes, and inches from oncoming traffic. I remember taking a no destination boda ride the day before I left just for "one last ride." I have already counted down the number of rides I have to take before leaving and am thankful for every safe journey. I cannot wait to be in a car with a seat belt, on decent roads with other drivers who obey traffic laws, oh and me behind the drivers seat. I miss driving a lot. The freedom of going where you want, when you want, and not negotiating a price before.
I am bored and tired of travel. My desire to meet new people is minimal. My desire to drink and party is gone. My desire to do anything but sleep is almost gone too if not for the kids. I have been visiting them at school everyday. Tomorrow will be the last. Say my tearful goodbyes and know they will be smarter and taller but still as great the next time Im back. It does scare me not knowing when this will be but I know it will happen. This country and these kids have given me a life-changing experience once again and I will continue to return to show my gratitude.
Got a huge slap in the face by the ATM today. Then it told me to get back reality and get a job. Rude, maybe but right? Definitely. I have never been so broke and worried so little about money in the last four months. It has been nice and there was only a little dark cloud attempting to follow me as I jumped around the world. I have a thunderstorm waiting for me at home and not really looking forward to it. Good thing I packed an umbrella!
I really cant believe the adventure is over. It was amazing beyond words. There is no way to possibly describe this time in my life only that it is unforgettable. I dont regret a minute of it and am very happy with my good fortune and smooth traveling luck, for the most part. No major thefts(just double-checked that my purse is next to me!), serious injuries or illnesses(5 boda rides to go!), and most importantly, I finished. 14 countries in 4 months solo. Not a bad feat. Everyday was a new challenge of language, culture, and navigation. I managed. Most importantly, I have the confidence to go almost anywhere and do anything. My travel blog is put on hold for a bit of fundraising but I will be back. I am going to see as much of this world as I can. Until the next worldly adventure calls, let me live through yours!!