My packing skills have been stretched thin. Planning isn't one of my specialties (yet) so planning for a year in advance is hilarious. I'm learning a lot about making lists, crossing things off lists, adding to lists…man, I just want the dang lists to END!
My squadmate told me today that saying goodbye is like a right of passage to all the hello's we're going to have on the Race. I agree. Regardless, I'm still intensely awkward with every farewell. My best friend's husband tried to tell me bye and I literally flashed a peace sign and ran out the door- leaving Meredith to explain that I don't do goodbyes- just see ya laters. I got in the car, somewhat embarrassed by my socially bizarre behavior and laughed all the way home.
Topper, my two year old…dog and I parted ways a few days ago. I sat on a hill and tears trickled onto his coat while I told him to stay alive this year. He's been shot twice and hit by two trucks so extra prayers for the little guy would be appreciated.
I wish I could bring and carry him like this….
We're now 5 days away from leaving. Scrambling to grab last minute essentials would be a gross understatment. I tried some new face cream to combat the war that's broken out across my face- you could say my facial skin has been feeling super tight. You might even say I looked like I'd been injected with high concentrations of Botox. Like couldnt crack a smile if I tried to. Have no fear though, my wrinkles are still in tact and I was able to open my mouth to eat dinner tonight so all systems are back in working order.
I LOVE hearing from yall and it makes my day to read your messages. We leave on Wednesday for Chicago and then shortly after fly to Gutatemala. I'll keep you posted and can't wait to start this journey! I'll go ahead and guarantee if you see me in the next few days…my hair is going to be a wreck, I'll probably have tears staining my cheeks and there's a chance I will be rocking my nervous laughter. But no worries, they say this is totally normal. Apparently many Racers act a little discombobulated (word?) before we Launch so just give me a giant hug and tell me to breathe- the journey is just beginning! LOVE YALL!!!
