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Today was the last day of work.  They hosted a nice happy hour for me after work.  My friends gave me a gift, some nice cards and lots of warm wishes.  It was a little bit sad to say "bye" to some of my really good friends, but we will be staying in touch through e-mail and phone (and some messages on this blog, too!! lol).  It was a good place to work, if you have to go to work everyday.....but for now, I DON'T, so......HOORAY!!!  Turn the page......the next chapter begins......

 

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Tomorrow is the last day of work...I'm not sure that I'm as happy as I should be right now.  There's a slight feeling of apprehension regarding the unknown, but I'm confident that it will soon disappear...as soon as we start laying everything out to pack!!!  It will be hard to say goodbye to my friends, but it will be really fun to visit them when we get back to town in the fall and I won't really miss the nasty humidity of the summer in St. Louis!!

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Today simply flew by!!  I finished packing up everything at my office for storage and sent several "good-bye" e-mails.  Tomorrow I'll clean out the desk drawers and review a few last minute items with the people who are taking over some of my duties after I leave.  I hope to catch up with some of my co-workers and friends who won't be able to make my going away party on Wednesday, but otherwise, it will be kind of a slow day at the office (hopefully!! :) )

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Sunday was such a gorgeous day, it was hard to do any work at all.  We did some skiing in the morning and took a hike in the afternoon.  We also did quite a bit of work on the map, photo links, etc. for the blog.  I think we finally have everything designed and working properly (we'll do a few more "test posts" just to be sure).  Wow....only 3 more days of work for me... The reality hasn't set in yet, but I'm sure it will!

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Bought a new bed for our son today and set it up in the basement for him.  That was the last thing we need to buy before we leave, so that list is complete (yea!!)   Now to stack everything in the garage, check it off and pack "THE BUS".  Almost time.......

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Friday, and I didn't do anything towards getting ready to go.  It was a long day at work and I spent the evening working on my cross stitch, which I would love to finish before we go.  Doesn't look promising, but I'm going to give it a good try!  This weekend will be productive.....I can feel it!  The excitement is building.....!!!

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One week left (only 4 work days)...WOW!  Making final preparations to leave the kids in charge of the house (mowing, bills, trash, etc.).  I'm not really doubtful about it because our daughter rocks!!!  She begins the "test run" tomorrow...lol

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Tonight we tested the new sleeping bags.  They are wonderful!  Soft, warm, fairly lightweight and very easy to use.  One more thing successfully checked off the list and one day closer to our great adventure.....

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I think I have my list finished of clothes to pack...now I just need to actually get them ready to pack.  Lots of folding (rolling?) and stacking to do so that it all fits!  Hope to start on that tonight.....after the laundry is done! :)

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February 20th.  How time flies!  The countdown has begun in earnest.  So much to do and so little time!!  Still need to do a test pack......better get on it!