I left St. Louis today! I can't believe it. Seems much more real now.
I'm moving to Alaska.
It took me forever to leave today, I just kept worrying that I was going to leave something and not be able to get it. Of course, I did in fact leave many things behind and I thought- if only I were as organized as Yvonne. Alas, it was not to be. On my way out of town I stopped to see Grammy.
She said she was feeling better and she seemed very coherent which was great. She is concerned about me camping alone, but I told her that Patrick taught me how to put up a tent and so now I am practically an expert.
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| Patrick the tent expert with me at Three Monkeys |
I will not, however, be attempting to create any sort of fire. That would seem to be inviting disaster if you ask me. I got into Kansas City, which always forget how much I love until I'm back, and I went to dinner with my old college roommate. It was fun to see Kourtney, I hadn't seen her in two years, and we had a good time. Then I (finally) got to Aunt Stephanie's. She's a rockin' cool lady. Tomorrow I'm off to Gothenburg, NE, aka nowheresville, and I'll be putting my highly honed camping skills to the test.
Wow!! What a blast. I'm so proud of you. I can't wait to read about your first camping experience. Good luck, and drive safely.
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Have a great time! So excited for you and can't wait to hear all about your adventures! Props to Pat for showing you how to put up the tent! All my love, J
ReplyDeleteEila was very confused when she went into your room this morning and everything was gone - including you. We love you!! Have fun and be safe!
ReplyDeleteErin and Eila <3
I miss you already, Eileen. My roomie of two years is no longer right in the next room. :( I am planning on writing you letters while you are up in nowheresville (Sitka :]). I am more than excited to hear how your first night of camping goes, testing out your mad skills. :) It is already strangely quiet at home, Daniel being away in Chicago and you being in nowheresville...I will miss your crazy personality and your seriously strange way of making me laugh when I am convinced that I do not want to speak to anyone for long periods of time. :)
ReplyDeleteHave fun and make sure your tent doesn't collapse on you while you're sleeping. :)
I love you, Eileen! :)
<3 Darby (your favorite sibling)