All the pictures are off the walls now, packed up and it’s time for a trip to the storage place.
In the midst of all that, my son arrived home from China. He had a great time overall, and it has been fun to see his pictures and hear his stories.
Then on Saturday afternoon we drove to Charlotte for him to redeem a NASCAR driving experience certificate we had given him 2-1/2 years ago! He went 151.59 mph! It’s quite a different population of people who frequent the speedway.
My son sitting in the driver’s seat!
It was an interesting experience and he said it was quite an adrenaline rush. I felt it too, and I was just watching!
He’s headed back to Wilmington soon and my daughter is arriving on Monday! I hope to make a final push this week while she is here to get everything into storage that needs to go.
My kids’ grandmother very thoughtfully sent me a package in anticipation of my travels and I am anticipating a fun going away dinner Monday evening.
The main worries left to me are whether or not I will get my papers authenticated in time to travel and what to do with my house if it doesn’t sell before I leave. These are biggies, but I am trying to continue to trust it will all work out.
allaboardforadventure 
Jul 28, 2013 @ 19:28:49
I already miss you
Jul 28, 2013 @ 21:36:28
I am more and more succumbing to the emotions evoked by the initiation of this adventure. 😥
Jul 28, 2013 @ 21:50:51
Oh, my friend, you are going to have amazing experiences! If there is anything I can do to help with the house if it doesn’t sell, I will happily pitch in. Love you!
Aug 03, 2013 @ 12:50:00
Pam, you are very much in my thoughts these last days before your departure. As difficult as your goodbyes will surely be … your dream of a lifetime adventure awaits you!!! I, for one, can’t wait to read about your experiences. Godspeed!