I will be departing to England on January 7 (Approximately two weeks)! I am so full of all sorts of emotions that even coffee can not overcome. It will be such an amazing opportunity full of a lifetime of new experiences. I currently am going between being sad about leaving my amazing blessings of friends, family, and the life I have here. I am absolutely excited to meet my "family" and new friends. As well, as intrigued and a bit nervous for new foods, backward roads, and many more adjustments.
Speaking of friends and family, remember to not call or text me unless you want to recieve outrageous international fees. You may email me, contact me through here, Facebook me, Skype me, or FaceTime me. If you really want to pay for the postage, you could ask for my address as well. I will miss absolutely everyone! I also have been picturing my departure as being the same as Buddy's from Elf with all his animal friends waving bye and providing all sorts of advice that he may have ignored. No worries, no candy eaten off the streets but I may show up at a pub or two.
I'm exhausted from making packing lists and then remaking them. I just want everything to put itself together! Unfortunately, life doesn't work that way and I was blessed with a love for clothes and way too much clothes to fit in my suitcase. I also need to figure out which books and magazines I would like for my eight hour flight and any additional transportation for weekend trips. I am so going to miss all of my craft stuff (my poor paints and beads will be sitting untouched for four months) and my yoga mat. But, my new adventures are sure to be worth it. So if you have any suggestions or packing tips, that would be absolutely wonderful!
I cannot wait to share my adventures of Harlaxton, Grantham, London, Paris, Dublin, etcetera with all of you. Happy Holidays!
-Erin
