There are no words

This has been undoubtedly the most magical and happiest time of my life. I made connections to people that were instantly closer and deeper than any I had formed before, and I experienced such amazing experiences they made me wonder if there wasn't some divine entity working in my favor. I learned so much about myself and the world around me, I faced challenges that scared me, but also pushed me to grow, and I learned to really work hard. There is something completely lifechanging to be in an environment where the work you do is necessary for the safety of every person on the boat. It was exhausting work, but for however tired I was I finished my semester ready to spend another six weeks at sea, and wishing I did not have to leave. At the end, we sat on the deck to say our goodbyes and one of the mates told us not to let this be the most amazing thing you do in your life. I wish someday to be able to say that it wasn't, that I found something even more spectacular, but I don't know that I will. There are no words to convey just how spectacular it was, and no words to make anyone who hasn't experienced this know what it was like. If you have the chance to go on this adventure, take it.