“You’re off to Great Places!
Today is your day!
Your Mountain is waiting,
So…get on your way!”

– Dr. Seuss

That was hard but the send off couldn’t be anymore beautiful. Last night, as my dad and I were driving, we saw a stunning sunset last night. Clouds just spread across the sky and illuminated beautiful pinks, oranges and purples.

I am so fortunate to have a very loving family. We took lots of selfies last night to capture our last moments together for at least two years. My aunt, uncle and paternal grandparents called last night to wish me luck and tell me to stay safe. My aunt said, “Make sure you call your mother as often as you.” I said goodbye to my brother last night. This morning I said goodbye to my maternal grandfather and dad before taking off to the airport. My dad hugged me so hard as if he didn’t want to let me go. On the way to the airport with my mom and maternal grandmother, I saw a stunning huge harvest moon. It illuminated the sky so brightly. What a beautiful way for Mother Nature to give me a send me off message. Then once I had to get in the line for security, my mother and I hugged for as long as we could. As she said, “Stay safe,” she started to sob. My grandmother and I then hugged and she got very teary too. I sure did get teary too. It was hard to see them be so sad to see their daughter move across the ocean. However, I do know that they are happy for me.

I was also truly overwhelmed by the love and support I received from my friends around the world through Facebook and text message, and I truly want to thank everyone.