It is hard to believe that an entire year has come and gone. Actually. It is hard to believe that it has been 10 days since I said goodbye to the SWAT team. I’m so proud and can’t wait to see the rest of our lives unfold.
I was greeted in NYC with 3 amazing friends, Annie, Kara, and Meaghan. Reuniting with them was so great, and so comforting.
We then drove to Philadelphia and We stayed up ’til 6am talking and laughing. It was great. I was able to see some more great friends the following few days. Seriously, Philadelphia will always have a piece of my heart. Then I headed to Cleveland where I was greeted by my parents with open arms and a few tears (I mean let me be honest.) I am so grateful for supportive parents that “get it.” They got why I had to leave and supported me every step of the way. The reunion was sweet.
Thanksgiving was great…so much to be thankful for…but it came and went. The reality of the next season is settling in. Am I okay with that? Am I content? These are some of the questions that flood my mind. But, how do you move on when you feel like you still need to process a year worth of moments. This is why we need time. Time to adjust to America. Time to process with God. Time to grieve. Time spent in prayer. Time to ask what’s next? So, that is what I’m doing; taking time. I am forever grateful for the people in my life. Thank you for rooting for me this year. Next blog…”What did the race teach me…”
