Homecoming

I thought I should put a rift in the timeline and write that we made it. It has been a long journey-months and maybe in my case years in the making. The past weeks have been challenging as well, but we are here and we are home.

As school let out the "to do" list seemed to grow longer and longer. On top of all of the things to do were the emotions racing through us both. Anticipation, anxiety, excitement, frustration, and the list goes on. It seems like no matter how much planning you do, the wheels can fly off at any time to derail the planning.

For us, the U-Haul experience was tough but I think God was saying don't take on more than you can handle as in pulling the truck behind the truck. Hard for me to accept because I try to handle it all and then some. We had a couple of late nights of last minute packing and then at 5AM on Wednesday, I got in the truck and headed out with my travel companion, Darcy P. Doolittle. Nancy came a bit later with Piper as she got things wrapped up at our former home.

The drive was actually pretty nice and it seemed to go so quick. U-Hauls suck gas to the tune of maybe 4-5 miles to the gallon so lots of expensive fill-ups, but other than that the ride was pleasant. My portable XM radio with Deep Tracks and just some down time to think were just what I needed.

What was really wonderful is within minutes of pulling in, the neighbors came out to greet us. It was a nice welcome. Nancy arrived not too long after me, and after visiting with her dad some, we began to get our essentials off the truck. Neighbors helped us without us even asking.

There is warmth here and I am not saying there isn't in Dallas. Its just different. The past couple of days of unpacking have been stressful on the body and the mind (some), but we are getting it all together. Last night I finally slept and it was like a who's who of aquaintances I saw in my dreams offering strength, energy, and support. 3 (of you) spoke to me to remind me of my purpose and path and I am appreciative to those 3, along with the rest who I saw. I know that all I need to do is look into Nancy's father's eyes and see his smile to know we are home.