22 feels different.

Or is it supposed to feel different?

To be honest, this was one of the most special birthdays I've had. It wasn't due to any over-the-top celebration or the usual surprise parties, but it was all about the new company, and being in a foreign place (but the best place) away from my familiar faces.

I've always said that the best birthday present I could possibly have this year is having the opportunity to go on exchange in His land. I know I've said this one too many times, but Israel has truly been nothing short of amazing. Looking back on the last four months, God really prepared a place for me here and blessed me with the best company ever. I shall save my shout-outs for another posts, but the Singaporeans living with me are one of the most earnest people I've ever met and I could never have asked for better company.

And so I'm 22 now, but I still feel extremely loved.

Ohana means family, and family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten. My Israel family.