I'm back

I made it back to Georgia last night, in one piece...but it was tough. Leaving was going to be hard, but I didn't know just how hard until I had to say goodbye to my nephew. He isn't quite two yet but he is becoming a little person. He was more attached to me this time and just kept saying my name as I started to cry. It was rough. The trip in whole was a complete success. I really enjoyed myself, relaxed and was able to completely take my mind off of work and home. I was able to do a lot of really fun things this time and spend quality time with my siblings. My best friend hung out on several occasions and it felt like this was the way it was supposed to be, not the way things actually are.

I've pretty much made up my mind that I want to move back home, now it's just figuring out the logistics of it all. Oh, and Therapist currently has no idea that I have been processing this decision. She'll love that. I have no idea what kind of timetable I am looking at for the move but I know I want it to be within a year. I was driving through Baltimore and was so at peace with everything, I loved being 'Home' and missed the safety of the physical area. My sister and I spent two days walking around Fell's Point and Canton...and the calmness I had was amazing.

I had the pleasure of seeing Coldplay while there, AHHHHH. It was awesome! The band ran through the seating and I was so close it was insane. We had so much fun that night, and I took a ton of video of it. I went to a few Memorial Day gatherings which was also loads of fun and met up with some people I hadn't seen in years. It was strange to be in a place where so many people know me and love me.

Anyway, I have a ton of stuff to do to get ready for the week. See you all soon!

Vacation Re-Cap

Today, life resumes it's normal schedule and it makes me sad and anxious, yet I am craving the predictability of my routine. My vacation was much needed and I was able to decompress from work but at the same time the end of vacation marks the end of 'being ok because the holidays are not right here'.

So here is a little recap of my time spent with my best friend (which I am unsure of how accurate it will be because some days blended together):

Wednesday BF got here, her plane got in by 8AM which was nice because we had the whole day and it wasn't rushed to pick her up and get somewhere and get home. We had breakfast together and then went shopping for a blender for Thanksgiving cooking. We didn't do much that day but end up at Therapist's office for my appointment. Thursday was cooking and cooking and cooking, and it was awesome. Friday we went to Piedmont Park with my dog to walk off her energy as well as grab some photos for an art project idea I had.
We had lunch somewhere in there and then headed out to get the photos printed etc. I started the project that night.

Saturday we went to my Eating Disorders Anonymous meeting where I learned I will be the discussion leader next week. After that we went bowling with my roommate which was pretty darn fun and BF was able to do it!!! Since her accident last December where the muscle in her arm (amongst other places) was severed an activity like bowling proved too much strain, so this was a huge accomplishment and I couldn't have been more proud of her. She also ended up kicking my butt as usual. Sunday we saw the James Bond movie with my roommate early in the day and then we spent the afternoon relaxing and then put up the Christmas tree. This was BF's first time decorating a tree and she rocked it out. Our tree is so pretty and I am thankful she was here this year to help. Yesterday we put the finishing touches on the art project.

The idea behind the project was to take multiple photos of the Atlanta skyline in different ways and put them all together on a curved surface to create a better image that your eyes can perceive size and depth better because of the curve...with an artistic edge. We did it! Upon the completion of the art project we headed to Atlantic Station to see "Bodies: The Exhibition" which was amazing. Check out the website to see if it is in your area any time in the near future. I had my own personal guide (BF) because she is like queen of all things body related. I learned a lot and now I know what my insides look like! Soon after it was time for BF to get to the airport for her flight home.

I was a great couple of days...and I am thankful.