Au Revoir!

I don't know where to really start. I've got a lot of mixed emotions right now regarding all the changes that are about to occur. I'm excited, scared, pumped, nervous, freaked out, and just ready to go already! These final days feel like they are going to be the hardest. I feel like I have been slowly pulling off the band-aid for the last two weeks saying goodbye to people. In some ways it would have been nicer for one swift pull and be on with it instead of this slow process. Saying goodbye to this person, then this person, then this person, but not really saying goodbye since I can still talk on the phone with them. I'm just missing seeing most of your faces in person. Ok, time to stop being whiny, right? No time for this on the mission! 

So anyway, the farewell was awesome. Thanks to all who came and supported me and for those of you who missed it, you totally missed out! Not really, but I'd like to think you did. I didn't get a lot of pictures that day. Doh! Oh well. One picture I did love though is this one.

I only hope that I will still look that awesome in my eighties. My grandma inspires me with her spunk and how she'll always tell you what she's thinking. Hopefully I can make her proud.

And these crazy kids came and supported me too. We missed having you there Shellie! Oh how I'll miss these guys. Family is what it's all about. No matter what happens in my life I know they've got my back and will always be there for me. Love you guys!

So the plan here is this, while I am gone I will be sending emails and letters home to my family on a weekly basis. They are pulling together a team effort and will be updating this blog with my emails, letters, and photos for anyone who would like to see how I'm doing. My most recent address should always be here as well. I'll always accept letters and treats. :) 

Thank you in advance for your love and support!

And remember, be the change!