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Ten Days

9/16/2011

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Ten days.  It's hard to believe that the big move is only ten days away.  I remember almost, what? 10, 11 months ago, sitting in my big office (with a window! And a door!) at a job that was sucking me dry, deciding once and for all, whether I wanted to make this move.  I decided then that I would just do the darn application and see where the pieces fell.  If I didn't at least try for it, then I'd always wonder about it.  

It's amazing how things can change so quickly.  I was laid-off shortly thereafter and, along with other drastic changes in my life - all of which came in rapid-fire succession - I found myself in a very dark, bewildering place.   My mom likes to say that life rewards action, which I'm pretty sure she got from Dr. Phil.  But it's true, and even though I was in a dark place, I knew that I had to continue on and figure it out.  Stopping isn't an option in life.  So I kept on going.  I took a Spanish class.  I started writing a blog (right here!).  I expanded my circle of friends.  And, at some point, that very long, extended winter we had ended and I find myself on the other end of it all, experiencing a very different life than 11 months ago. 

Would I change anything from the last 11 months?  Oh, maybe a couple things I wouldn't have given up on so easily.  But that's life for you:  you grow and grow and grow.  You never stop.  Or at least you shouldn't. 

I've been asked over and over again if I'm excited or nervous about this move to France.  And the answer is yes.  I'm both of those things at different times.  The moments of excitement hit me at the most unlikely moments, right out of the blue:  as I'm getting into my car or when I'm sitting at my desk.  And in those moments, I know I'm doing something really great for myself. 

The nerves, however, are more ubiquitous and all the anxiety associated with moving to a new, unknown reality, linger around me most of the time now.  But that's not a bad thing.  Fear isn't always a terrible feeling.  It's tells us we're alive.  It tells us that we're taking risks in our life.  The bad kind of fear comes from the fear of doing anything at all.  Of being so afraid to change anything about your life, that you become stuck in the same place, immovable where you are.  I've felt that fear, too, and prefer where I am now. 

Eleven months ago I took a leap and, in ten days, I will start a brand new adventure for myself.  Same journey, new chapter.  I'm feeling pretty lucky, actually.  Tonight I'll go out with a group of friends to celebrate.  When I arrive in Paris (almost to my destination), I'll be greeted by a long time friend and together, we'll celebrate a new beginning.  I'm very lucky, indeed to have friendships that traverse continents.  Lucky, indeed.

In the midst of running around trying to get all my things together, there have been a few changes around here.  Our kitchen is completely torn apart and renovation is officially begun!  Finally!  Expcet now we have no oven, which means no baking. :( Also (and much more self-involved) I changed the color of my hair.  I am now very very brunette.  Not just a little like I used to be. ;)
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Jody Graf
9/17/2011 08:38:32 am

Have a wonderful time - I loved reading about this part of your adventure. You have a wisdom that will guide you well...enjoy your unfolding path.

So happy for you!

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Kathi
9/17/2011 11:24:03 am

I am so excited for you as you embark on this new adventure! I know that you have the support of a very loving family and many friends. May the days ahead offer you new insights and growth. I know that the people you will meet and establish relationships with, will be very fortunate! I look forward to following your journey with your blog. May you experience many moments of joy and laughter.
with love, Kathi

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Sandy Patterson
9/17/2011 04:46:03 pm

Hi Katie, I've had the pleasure of reading your blog for the last few months thanks to getting the link from your Mom on her Facebook. I've told her on several occasions but just wanted to know... your writing is so inspired and amazing. They speak to me on many levels and I look forward to reading them as you continue on your adventures in life. Good luck on your move to France.

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Nancy Drewek
9/18/2011 02:04:13 am

What an amazing young woman you are! I absolutely love reading your blog - so well written, witty, intelligent, thoughtful, interesting. Through it, I feel I've been able to get to know you just a bit. I'm now looking forward to reading about your adventures in France and wish you well on your trip there and your new home and work. I know you will make the most of it. So so happy for you! Good luck, Katie!

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Katie link
9/18/2011 02:16:04 am

Jody, Kathi, Sandy and Nancy - thank you all so much for reading and for your support. I'm looking forward to all this new stuff, too! Hopefully, I'll be able to get my internet access quickly and will be able to keep posting regularly. Fingers crossed!

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