But I am still trying to live in the present. I want to soak up all God has planned for this time before I go. This is difficult, though rewarding when I can keep that mindset.
There has been room for some sadness this week though also. I am beginning to grieve the temporary loss of my community that is about to happen as soon as I take off from John Wayne Airport. Last night at my young adults group at church I felt a sinking in my stomach as I looked around at all the people I will miss and thought about the memories they will be making this summer. And having my brother home for summer to complete our family unit again reminds me of the times I will miss at home with three of my most favorite people.
But I am still giddy with excitement at this adventure. So much so that I may already have been compiling packing lists and essential items I do not want to forget. Hey, like I said, I am a detail oriented crazy planner. This should not be a surprise to anyone.
Ta Ta For Now!
I think she is going to miss me too. Every time I go up stairs while Sadie is in the house, she waits like this with her head on the bottom step until I come back down again. Leave it to a dog to show you just how much you are loved.
