Ever since I made the decision to move, I've put my brain into this box of positivity and happy thoughts. I've ignored the nay-say and decided to focus on all the good that is to come when I arrive on the West Coast.
Friday, I met up with my dad for lunch, who, by the way has been in complete denial that I'm actually making this move. We went to lunch at my favorite local cafe, Capital City Cheesecake, owned by 2 young entrepreneurs, also sisters. One of them has kinda been a mentor to me as I started my business and during tough times. Luckily she was there to offer some kind words and advice to my dad that it's time to let me spread my wings and about their journey of following their dreams. She also recommended the book The Alchemist, which is about a sheep herder and his journey of attempting to follow his dreams and all of the obstacles that he runs into along the way. I ordered 2 copies today, one for the boyfriend and one for me -- this is going to be my plane read and a great way for us to stay connected and on a focused path towards personal and combined greatness while we are apart! Can't wait for it to arrive.
This past weekend was pretty tough for me though. I'm now at the 2 week mark to when I leave and I guess reality just set in all at once. I did a farewell dinner with the best friend and shed a lot of tears with the bf on Saturday and Sunday. But after it all, I came back to the point of knowing that the only thing that is going to get me through is FAITH and I have to keep that at the center of my thoughts. After all the tears, I went and treated myself to a gel mani because pampering myself always makes me feel better! :)
One of my good friends talked to me this morning and offered me positive words of encouragement and told me that "if picking up and following your dreams was easy, everyone would be doing it" -- which is so true. I have to remember that it's not going to come easy or at once. I'm filled with a lot of different emotions right now, excitement, anxiousness, and even a little fear of the unknown. But I'm thankful for friends and family who are in my corner cheering me on every step of the way.
