Today, I said goodbye one of my dear friends who is moving back to Colorado. While I am very happy for her, it was harder than expected to say goodbye. Even harder knowing that in less than 6 weeks, I will be saying farewell to my life here in Boston. It's strange. I spent most of my college life traveling, jumping from one study abroad experience to the next. But this time it feels different. I've finally built a life here. Most of my friends and family are in Boston. I have a decent paying job and a great apartment. And here I am ready to give all that up. I didn't doubt my decision until I was at the airport today. The ramifications of my decision suddenly became crystal clear. I am leaving. I'm packing up my life without knowing whether or not I am coming back. And here I am standing in the middle of Logan airport when all this emotion just hit me like a freight train...And I just lost it.
Don't get me wrong. I know in my heart this is going to be an amazing experience. A once in a life time opportunity. It's what I have always wanted and has been a long time coming. I guess I never expected leaving to be so difficult. For now, I have too much to do to get worked up about this. I have to sell almost everything I have. It's just crazy how things have turned out...
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Hi Jessica! You popped by my blog earlier:)
ReplyDeleteIt's definitely hard to say bye to Boston as that's where I was too before I moved here, but the cities are very similar and you'll get adjusted fast!
There are some great neighborhoods that are close to Tirnity (Ballsbrige, Ranelagh, etc) and they are all close to the centre of town too. Ranelagh feels kind of like Brighton in Boston.
Let me know if you have more questions or need help with settling down here!
Hello! You don't know me, but I came across your blog as I try to come up with the "perfect" blog name...as I, too, am moving from the U.S. to Dublin to attend Trinity College grad school! Just thought I would say hi and wish you well on your journey. If you're interested in keeping in touch, new friends are always great.
ReplyDeleteCheers!