Sigh

So Friday was the last day of work and I didn't really know what to expect. I had been there since Labor Day weekend of 2009, so after a year and a half you really get to know the employees and regular customers. I had never been late, called off (except for the week I had walking pneumonia) or caused any problems with anyone. I would like to think that I benefited the company and that they were gracious for my time and energy there. My last day however was wished farewell by a few people and that was it for the main store area. It just showed me how much I needed to get out of there and what a thankless job it was.

In August of last year, I was transferred over to the pharmacy to begin training as a tech a few days a week. As each month passed, my hours increased in that department until I was working all of my shifts over there and essentially was there 5 days a week. The goodbyes I received from the pharmacy staff however was much better. We had a big cookie cake, balloons, hugs, etc. etc. They are the people I am going to miss and they were the ones who showed their appreciation for me. To Marianne, Amy, Brad, Brandy, Tiff, and Camille (and my old friend Katie who moved to Cali before I left), I will miss you all and love you dearly. You made me laugh, laugh until I cried, and helped me deal with the those frustrating customers. You will be the ones that I come and visit!!!

Yesterday I had a going away party at my Dad's for that side of the family. It was nice and relaxing just eating and hanging out by the fire. The weather was great and it was good just to be around everyone. We had tacos and cabbage and noodles, an interesting combination but delicious! I think I received enough money for the gas to drive out there which will help sooooo much. Though my feet got eaten up by the mosquito's, I had a blast burning all of my work clothes in the fire. Yes, ALL of them! Thank you Dad and Kim for putting it all together!

Today is my going away party for my mom's side of the family, so the fun will begin all over again. While I understand the loneliness that may come once I'm over there, I do not feel any shred of doubt, fear or uneasiness about this move. Everything is just falling into place. I have a place to rest my head when I get there, and a commercial space lined up to start my business. I have some plans, and some things where i am just flying by the seat of my pants. I only have 5 days left until I travel across the country and settle into my new home. I haven't cried yet, and if I do it won't be because I'm sad, but because I know there are people who are sad that I am leaving. Remember everyone....I have two bedrooms so you can come visit me!!!! Oh, and I'll come back too :)