as the week winds down.

i want so badly to be posting my pics from venice, buuut...it's just going to have to wait. i'm buried in bubble wrap, cardboard boxes, and masking tape. every day seems to be skating by without a memory of what happened - a blur of events with a crazy lady just trying to keep up.

my hubby has an emotional few days ahead. like today, it's his last day working with his boss, who is also a very close friend. they are hosting a "goodbye lunch" for him with the place of his choice {he appropriately chose david's pizza - their calzones are an uber favorite}. saturday is his final day working all together and i will tell you that he is not looking forward to it. that's what happens when you love your job. and especially the people you work with.

last night was even harder as we met with his family to say some goodbyes for a few years - assuming funds will not be available for a fly back during his seminary training. strange to think that the newest little nephew will be four next time we see him {how is that even possible?!}. so many experiences will take place, little ones will grow bigger, and families will continue to change. it's all just a bit overwhelming to dwell on and hasn't hit home emotionally for me yet...but oh! just wait, it most definitely will in its due time. i feel a little disconnected and insensitive when i see the hubby tearing up at moments, thinking, "shouldn't i be the one with the wet eyes?" i remember when my best friend moved away after college to pursue a job in the big city i didn't cry until a good week later just laying in bed one night. i guess it's just the way i handle change. or something.

we truly are excited for this big adventure. this week has been a little tough with things slowly sinking in. not to forget, the stress of getting things organized. our move out date moved up one day and we are now heading out monday morning instead of tuesday morning. one day lost feels like a week! tonight will help slow things down as our friends are gathering for a celebratory bbq {thanks heidi for all of your hard work!}. the mere blessing of good friends is such an encouragement! and a little nice to know they'll miss us when we're gone. maybe? *wink.

well...this was a nice break, but i must be off. the potato salad i was eating is happily devoured and i'm out of words...for now. have a beautiful day!