Packing, partying, and being pooped

I don't remember buying this much stuff! Where does it come from? I am seriously concerned about the fact that clothes, most notably underwear and socks go into my closet, multiply, and suddenly have doubled overnight.

At this point we have spent a good 3 days getting my "stuff" together. Last weekend the kitchen got packed up so I haven't had a homemade meal in a while and won't. I finally have almost all of my clothes sorted into the 1)keep and want to take with me, 2) like/ want to keep but will leave behind, and 3) donation piles. Does anyone else have an issue with tossing a) old shoes, b) underwear, c) socks? I don't know why but this seems to be a HUGE deal for me. I am talking things I haven't worn in at least 4 years... GIVE IT UP ALREADY!!!! I keep chanting to myself.

Maggie is growing more confused every day. She is continuously trying to put her toys in the packing boxes and she wont' leave my side. Ugh, this is going to be tougher than I imagined.

The weekend also brought together many friends and family wishing me well. Tax season party was a smashing success. I have been truly blessed to h ave worked with such a wonderful group of people for the last 6 years. What an honor! Sunday brought waffle breakfast with friends and family as well as a Sunday evening gathering. Special thank you goes out to B for breakfast and my Aunt for hosting the evening party! I had a fabulous time seeing everyone knowing that I have the support of many people means so much to me. Thank you EVERYONE!


Last but not least... I STILL do NOT know when I am leaving. The fact that I am supposed to start teaching on the 23 (like 7 days from now) is only mildly freaking me out. Ok well... more than mildly. I just hate the not knowing part and that things are out of my control is even worse. Guess it's time to try and sleep and hope that tomorrow I can make an appt to go to the embassy in Seattle.

Au revoir mes amis!