Saying goodbye to my edmonton life and my childhood

So tonight is the second last night in my family home. I have lived here for my entire conscious life-time (since I was 3). It's the only home I've ever known, and that is making it especially hard to part with. Well the last six weeks of my summer has consisted of a HUGE overhaul of all my worldly belongings. I have sorted and sifted through 23 years worth of stuff. I have learned to part with material things, and learned how to accept the fact that a memory doesn't have to be tied to an object. I have given away all my childhood books, movies, toys, and dollhouse. Things, which before this time, I felt that I could not possibly part with. So I am not just leaving my parent's house for school but I am leaving my childhood behind me. This is a sad process for me but nevertheless a necessary one on the path to becoming an adult. I think the goal is to keep looking forward instead of back.

One Year Wiser

Well, it is just about the summer season and time again for travelling! Last summer had been a great adventure. I learned a lot about others, the world, and myself. This year I am returning to Europe, but this time to Germany! Dave and I are attending the wedding of his german friends Kim and Mira. I have never met either of them before, but we'll be spending a week with them during their wedding in their small german hometown. Travelling this year does not seem as daunting as last. I feel more confident that I will be able to handle all sorts of situations abroad. However, I realize my limitations and the fact that I am only ONE year wiser and still don't know it all! This should be a good trip!