Even though my initial excitement for getting the Fulbright has waned slightly (only slightly!), it still feels like I won the lottery. I know that luck has nothing to do with this. I know that I wasn’t offered a Fulbright out of pure chance. But, I feel like it’s a life-changing occurrence  – in every good way. And, since it’s not totally public news, it feels like I am holding the winning lottery ticket before I turn it in.

I’ve submitted the five pieces of paper work that Fulbright/IIE requires. Next steps are to wait for more information regarding the orientation in DC in August.