Well, I've been home for a few days now. We had a fun-filled last week in Italy, including a farewell dinner and an "anything-but-clothes" party! The last day in Ariccia was bittersweet. We walked around town saying goodbye to everything. It's a beautiful little town, and I would love to go back and visit some day. Some people in the group were sadder than others about leaving. I think I'm more used to leaving places since I've moved around my entire life. I wasn't that sad; in fact, I didn't even cry!
Katie and me at the BBQ
The plane ride was supposed to take ten and a half hours, but we had a really strong tailwind so we landed an hour early! The ride wasn't as bad as I thought it would be. There was a huge difference between the flight to Italy and the flight back. I think the biggest difference was that this time I was surrounded by my friends. Three months spent with a group of people can really force some bonding time! I made friends on the trip that I know will be friends for life. We had fun on the place joking and reminiscing. It made the trip go by so much more quickly!
Obviously, Jenny and I got a little bored. When we landed in Atlanta we were so excited! We flew through customs and went looking for our families. I didn't see them at first, but then Zack came out of nowhere with a hug and flowers! Mom and Daniel were right behind him, and Paul appeared at baggage claim. It was such a happy reunion! The only thing that made it a little less happy is that my Daddy wasn't' there. He is in Texas at General Conference. He is one of seven delegates elected from our conference! It's a big honor and he definitely deserves it! I'm very proud of him, so it helped me not miss him as much when I got home.
Me and my boys! Since I've been home, I have tried to catch up on all the things I've missed. I've eaten Mexican food and Chik-Fil-A, watched all my shows (The Office, House, and Bones), and played with my crazy kitty Buster! Zack stayed in Hartselle for the weekend, and we had a good time. He bought me a new iPod for our anniversary, since mine broke while I was in Italy! It's so cute; it's a blue Nano! I love it (and him)!
Now that I've been home for a while, I'm starting to get a little bored. Mom works all day, and I don't have a car! Paul's car broke down so he's using Daniel's and Daniel is driving mine. Once Mom gets home we have a lot of fun, but until then I'm stuck at the house, just me and Buster. Oh well, it's nice to have a little downtime after such a busy semester!
Here are the photo albums from our last two weeks in Italy!
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2227738&l=969cb&id=7005597
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2227743&l=ffe74&id=7005597
http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=2228660&l=c3a84&id=7005597
I had an amazing time studying abroad, and it's a weird feeling knowing it's over. I will miss Italy, but I'm super excited about whatever's coming next in life! After all, "domani e un altro giorno!"
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