Hey Hey Hey, everyone!!
For those of you that haven't kept up with my life and/or blog, I was just on a vacation where I visited friends and family back in the good ol' USA! Leaving the last weekend in March, I took a 3 1/2 trip to my home town in Illinois where I was able to spend a lengthy time with my family, giving each member(s) a nice chunk of one-on-one time. During my last stint at home I spent it based off my parents farm and making sporadic trips to stay with some of my best friends back in my University town. My visit home was truly a whirlwind of positive emotions...the only let down was that I didn't get to see my VERY BEST friend, Christy. Love ya kiddo.
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| Reunited with my lovely Winnie |
Spending 3 weeks with the family and best friends was just the pep up i needed. It was amazing how much had changed but also remained the same in my absence. It was a good refresher and went far too quickly. Although I was busy catching up with those closest to me, I also had a lot of self/life reflecting time. Going home made me realize just how important my family is to me. I realize now that I will always need my family- no matter where I go or what I do. Despite our MANY MANY differences, they mean the world to me and I see now that they are my rock and my true support. I also learned some valuable life lessons while reflecting on my own life...such as to appreciate who and what we have in our lives while we still have them.
Thus far I have moved into my new apartment, settled into my new work schedule, and despite being thrown some unexpected/stressful work "surprises" my first wee back at my school has been nice. My kids(and their mothers) all missed me like crazy and i got loads of handmade cards and warm welcomes.
And in my social life, everything is also going peachy keene! Just as my friends are important to me in the states, they are also a big part of my life here in Korea and so far these warm sunny spring days have been filled with joyous reunions, bbq's, dog walkings, and coffee breaks. Altho it was bitter sweet to leave my true home and family behind....it's also nice to know that Korea will forever be my second home.
Till next time, peace out! Love ya!!
yeay 5 de Mayo.
ReplyDeletei did notice that you had no bloggingness for a month!! good for you, and i was actually able to keep up with you still!!!
love you, so glad your trip went well. All of us in the States miss you tons, but i think i speak for most people when i say that we want what is best for you and when you do what you love and you're a part of something you feel is important you're doing what's best for you. To see photos of your life and friends there is priceless.
the photos are adorable of your nieces and nephews!! and so fun to see you with some of the old gang in Champaign. love you.
Thank You Christy..I know I can always count on you for the most loving support! Miss You, Hug You, Really wanna Luv ya (in person ^_^)!!
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