5/23/2004

The Clock is Ticking

Several years ago, my view of the future was much different from where I stand now.

Right now I feel like I'm playing the game Capture the Flag.
I've been on the hunt, hiding in the bushes.
I spotted the bright red flag and ran up and took it.
Now I'm running through the woods waving the flag in the air.
I should be quiet so no one will catch me, but I really feel like screaming at the top of my lungs the entire time.

Catch me if you can!!!!!!!!!!

Okay, now back to reality.
One paper left. ONE PAPER LEFT!!
I can get through this.

I've not moved forward with any more details about my departure. I've pretty much placed it all on hold until school is over. I am however trying to figure out if it is possible for me to go on the family trip to Canada for July 4th. Given that I am leaving on the 8th for Tonga - this is difficult to arrange. I need some down time before I leave and what better place than in the woods, on a lake, with my people. No guarantees, but I'm trying.

I also can't wait to see my sister and nephew, who will be coming into town for my graduation. I need some help celebrating. Also on the list of visitors will be my Uncle Pieter and Aunt Jeanne from Cali. It feels like it's been too long since I've seen them last. I don't think I'm going to get much sleep the month of June.

I want to thank everyone for their support and excitement about the direction my life is heading. It means so much to me.


Love you all,
Adrianne

5/14/2004

The Start of it All

It has now kicked in that I am officially going to Tonga.
Excitement - Nervousness - Anticipation - Worry

My goal is to finish with this school gig in the next three weeks. This has been a struggle. Ever since I found out when I'm leaving, I have been having ADHD symptoms. Graduation could not come early enough. June 12th!!!!!!!


Once I get that piece of paper - it will be time to put it in a box. Pack up my apartment. Sell my goods. Place my dog in foster care. I can't even think about that part yet.
Anyway - this is the start of it all.
I will keep you all informed of my pre-departure plans.
Then my hope is to share some of my experiences.
Hopefully I will have access to a computer to keep this updated regularly.
Thanks for checking in.