Sep 30
I hate saying goodbye.
You know, it’s a double-edged sword, this leaving thing. While I’m so very glad to be going home, to be leaving this country behind, at the same time, saying goodbye to the friends I have made is…it’s…well, it sucks.
I just now said goodbye to people that I have spent nearly every day of the last 365 with. With people who have been my family, who have looked out for me, who have worried about my well-being, who have made sure that above all, I am okay. That might not seem like a big deal but…it is. It is.
Sometimes I think that I just can’t handle this anymore, this constant saying goodbye. And then I remind myself of all the friends I’ve made, of all the laughter we’ve shared, of all the memories, and I know it’s all worth it.
It really is all worth everything.
Auf Wiedersehen!!!
September 30th, 2006 at 9:23 pm
I’m sure that’s really hard. I don’t think I could do that all the time if in the same place. I’m too girly. Saying goodbye and letting go are the hardest things for me. I’m really proud that you can do all that.. AND do what you do for a living, besides.. pretty amazing girl. And just think, Germany will be for much longer and sorta permanenty.. Safe travels! xoxox
September 30th, 2006 at 10:59 pm
You’re starting your next adventure. I think that’s fabulous and really admire it. Huge hugs and a safe trip. Be careful with pesto sauce in Germany; they use non-standard nuts. That’s all I’m saying for now…
October 1st, 2006 at 2:25 am
Yeah, but the important ones will follow you in mind and thought…
October 1st, 2006 at 4:26 am
Angel - Normally I try to avoid it, honestly. I’m very good at sneaking out undetected.
Pix - Ooo a MYSTERY! Whatever do you mean?!
Scott - That’s a very well said statement, and completely true. Thank you.
October 1st, 2006 at 8:34 pm
Good Luck! Have a safe trip. I bet that the people you are saying goodbye to are more sad than you, because you are such a rockstar and a constant reason to smile.
October 4th, 2006 at 8:48 am
Mindy - I could only hope I inspire constant smiles.