Being able to have the courage, I asked my parents if I could go to the March For Life trip that is held every year at my school in January.
I was able to go! I did have several thoughts in what I was getting myself into, because the march is a Pro-Life protest.
As you can see in the title, I'm on the neutral side of Pro-Life or Pro-Choice. I just can't seem to figure out what I belong in. I'm glad I was able to go to the protest this year, so I can get a better perspective on why people chose to be Pro-Life. It definitely helped, but I'm still neutral about it. It does annoy me that I am neutral, but that's just how it's going to be. I have been through something that involved with Pro-Choice and it may be surprising to the people who know what happened that I am neutral. I feel like what happened was meant to be, and we just couldn't do anything about it. Oof that was a little personal there, but you see what I am trying to say. Lol.
I am very thankful to have gone on the trip, because I had many adventures that I will never forget, and the trip being the first time traveling without anyone in my family. It was so awesome at some points. I felt so independent when I got breakfast downstairs in the hotel, or when I "paid" for my own food. It was really cool to know some people (who go to your school) out of school.
Day One: A Nervous Wreck
Jan. 23, 2020
I woke up at 6 Am, and had a quick breakfast after making sure that I had everything packed up and ready to go. My mom drove me to the Tampa Airport and we waited until I saw someone I knew get out of their car. The nerves really kicked in when I arrived to the drop off area. I was constantly looking around to make sure that I see someone. I wasn't thinking about much. It was just a natural feeling of anxiety as I go off to do something new. Maybe I was more in a mixed mood: excited and nervous. That's how I usually am when I go on trips.
Finally, a senior from school arrived (I noticed who he was) and I quickly grabbed my suitcase and backpack. I said bye to mom and chased after him. Not in a way where a fan notices a celebrity. Just quick enough to not lose sight of him, so I won't be lost and look like an idiot.
I made sure that I didn't walk in weird and I recognized some people from school, and headed to them. I smiled and said hi, and stayed quiet unless I wanted to talk to someone or someone asked me a question. Almost everyone was there, but we had to wait for a few who were in the other school's.
Around 8:25, everyone was there, so we got our tickets. We got in our school groups and waited in line. It wasn't a long wait. Then it was my turn to get my ticket. My ticket was already paid but I had to get a physical version of it, so I can actually go on the plane. The lady behind the desk asked for y I.D. I only had my school I.D, and thankfully that was good enough, because I do not have my driver's license yet (sadly). She prints out my ticket and I walk away, so someone else can get theirs.
It took about an hour for everyone to get theirs. Some tried to get it their own that way, but some of the "diy" printers weren't working (I forgot what they are called. lmao). Adrian (our leader) made sure that we all had our tickets and another leader (forgot her name) gave my school group a bag of "bandana like" knitted headbands. They were dark blue and easy to wear. I still have it and it's hung up in my room somewhere. I stayed in my group, but we all stayed in one big group (hopefully that makes since?).
We then went through security (my least fav part). We had to take off our shoes and belts and anything else metal wise. I took off my Game of Thrones lanyard in a bin and walked through the detector. I got through and looked for my stuff. For some reason, it got to the other side then the side I was on, so I walked there and got everything. When we were about to leave, I realized I didn't have my lanyard (which held my money, I.D. and metro pass that will be used later on). I of course panicked inside, and began freaking out wondering if I lost everything. After looking at the put up bins, one of the security guards gave me the lanyard when I asked. I took a deep breath of relief and thanked the guy. Lesson learned I guess.
I'm glad that didn't waste too much time. We were able to grab a snack to bring on the plane and hang out in an area where our gate was. I got a pre-made smoothie to drink on the flight and I already had food from home in my bag. Before we had to get on the flight, we gathered up and prayed, hoping that we will be safe and that everything will go well etc. It was strange to pray in public, because I never do, but it wasn't a big deal etc.
I sat with two seniors who were a couple. (They are so cute together!) I had the window seat, and of course I took a short video when we were about to ascend. The senior girl never been on a plane before, so it was her first time on one. That was cool to see someone have a first time experience. I started to think of "Say Anything" when the senior boy was telling her about the lights and on what they mean and I was like "awww" inside. lol. (I'm saying girl/boy/senior, because I don't want to give their identity away. I know you guys probably know, but just being safe:) ).
My English teacher (who was one of our school's chaperones, from room 24) is scared of flying, and the sophomore who sat next to her said that she held onto her knee whenever there was turbulence! I felt bad, but come on. lol.
Nothing eventful happened on the plane and we arrived to D.C. at 12 pm.
Everyone was excited to get off the plane. We had to wait when everyone else was done getting their luggage etc. I was worried if I had to get my suitcase in the cupboard above because my left shoulder feels like it's about to dislocate whenever I raise it to grab something high etc. I was extra careful when I got my suitcase and I was able to this time! Few.
The rest of the day was kind of blur. I'll try to remember what happened after the flight.
Traveling can be tiring.
I realized that this post is kind of long, so I'm doing separate parts/posts.
Bye! <3
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