Exactly 365 days ago, we:
Lugged our 50+pound suitcases down the red carpet stairs of 1529 Jackson.
Stuffed those suitcases into Laura's car.
Gave tight hugs goodbye to Carolyn.
Travelled out of our beloved city, across the Bay Bridge and to the Oakland Airport.
Gave tight hugs goodbye to Laura.
Bumped into Nida (hi Nida! I know this time last year wasn't easy for you).
Paid extra in baggage fees because none of our bags were within the limit.
Boarded a plane.
Cried a few tears.
Flew across the Pacific Ocean.
Landed in Honolulu.
Disembarked into warm, humid air and the constant breeze.
Were greeted by my brother with leis.
Officially moved to Hawaii.
It's been a crazy year. I don't think I've ever put so much work into one year of my life (save maybe my freshman year of college). I've learned a ton about myself. Things I truly wouldn't have learned without a move. I'm capable of so much more than I ever though I would be. I can start over. I can survive without my comfortable surroundings. I can live with Bryan. We absolutely can make each other happy. We can make big decisions together. I can cook. I can paddle a canoe. I can live without In N Out (but I'm not sure I want to). I can shop at Wal-Mart if forced. I can handle an awful boss. I can grow everyday. I can try new things. I can never have enough slippers.
It has most definitely been the most intense and rewarding year I've ever had.
Tomorrow starts year two which will probably be less intense and less rewarding. So I'll live it up today.
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Oh the places you'll go
I remember you coming and sitting with me and giving me a hug. We were both crying for different reasons but it was great having you at the airport that day... Did I ever tell you that?
We've come a long way since then and I'd like to think that embracing change is what maturity is all about. I've embraced the change in my life that happened after that day at the airport and so did you! We're awesome!
So I'm an awful boss - well we'll see about that
Jenni, you need to read the childrens book "Whose slippers are those?" by Marily kahalewai. Check it out next time you are in Borders. It is sooo cute and true, you can never have too many slippers. I really really want a pair of Reefs with the bottle opener in them. How cool would it be to be a grandma with slippers like those. It was great to see you and Brian the other night. We are SOOOOO glad to be home. Love ya Kathy
Awful boss comment was made by my dad, thinking he was teaching me a lesson. No lesson taught, no scare given. I stand by what I posted. The year has been an intense one and much has been learned at work. I am stronger and am even less afraid to say what I feel.
I actually thought my friend Kim had posted it and was beginning to be surprised she hadn't fessed up to it. Sorry Kim, I assigned you guilt in my head!
Hope everyone is doing well - personally and with their work relationships!
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