Day 166: Getting Ready

I almost forgot to get my picture today.  Woops.  The next few days are going to be pretty busy.  I made sure that I can use my phone and credit card abroad.  I also started reading about the places I am visiting.  On Tuesday I get my package that includes my guidebook, backpack, translation book, and other items.  That will be fun.

I got a call late in the evening from my dad and he reassured me that I made the right choice.  He watched the DVD that was sent to me and he is very envious of what I get to see.  He said that it could maybe give me some ideas for what I can do during my summer and perhaps I would enjoy guiding a tour like this.  Maybe some doors will be opening up?  

Day 165: Piles

I have piles of things around my apartment today.  Travel books and dvds, items to pack, euros, laundry to get ready, and other random things.  

As I was going to bed last night, I started to question my decision and pessimistic Melissa came in.  I worried about what might happen while I'm gone.  Would Kendra be okay?  It is so funny because a couple hours earlier I was a romanticized Melissa that was happy to grab this opportunity and go for it full-heartedly.  I must be a little bipolar or something.

Pessimistic Melissa is gone and practical Melissa has stepped in.  I've started to make a packing list, type my itinerary on a calendar, and start thinking about what I need to do before I go.  It is kind of a bummer that I don't have more time to plan because that is half the fun.  No complaints here though.  Instead it is just an adrenaline rush of excitement and thoughts.

Overall, I would say it has been a good day.  At this point my mom doesn't need surgery for her pain, just physical therapy.  I hope it helps.