Well, the day has arrived!!! However the nerves of traveling internationally and getting through the immigration check points are more prevalent than the excitement right now. I've spent the last three days packing only to find that I'm over the allotted weight by four pounds (and yes, I even tried to get rid of a couple sweaters!), so another checked bag it is. Oh well, in the scheme of things, this will allow me to bring more gifties back home.
It's crazy for me to think that almost a year ago I was just wandering through the study abroad fair, and now in a few hours I'll be leaving to study in other country.
I honestly never thought good-byes would be this difficult but in reality, four months really isn't that long. After seeing stores with Christmas items in them already, I told my mom that I really won't be gone that long if the stores are already bringing in the holiday that I'll be back for in the States. :)
And here's my final shout out to everyone who has helped me along the way: Mum, Pop, and Kayla- you've been standing by me since day one and your generosity has been GREATLY appreciated. Jake, I seriously don't know how you put up with me through all of this, but it really has helped me a ton-much more than I could say on a blog haha! And to all my friends, you're the best-always asking about my plans and seeming pretty darn interested to say the least. I love you all!
Next stop: Aberdeen, Scotland!
Emily, we will always be here for you! I know you are on your main flight and won't see this for a while, I hope the flight was good and the sleep was sound! Love, the Mama
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