I lived in New England for several years... if you're interested at all in history, which you obviously are, it is just an awesome place. My daughter is taking some theology related classes. She belongs to a church that goes to the Middle East and Africa. I'm really impressed that you have followed your dreams. Not many people have the will....we get caught up in life maybe...or don't have the motivation and dedication. My sincerest best wishes :)

Humankind has not woven the web of life. We are but one thread within it.
Whatever we do to the web, we do to ourselves. All things are bound together.
All things connect......Chief Seattle, 1854