Thank you Maggie. At some of the saddest moments, there were a few things that I'd say to family members. I'd remind them that closeness has little to do with physical proximity - that it's really about how close you are in your heart. The other thing I'd remind them, is that we're not the first people to have ever done this - that people do it all the time, and they do it well, stay in touch and visit often.
I guess what I'm trying to say is that it's been very comforting to have people that are close to me who can truly empathise with how tough it is, but also give sage advice, and are living proof that it can be done.
As I've just mentioned to Pete, Loz has already purchased me a ticket for a flight home next year. I'm hoping that until my career gets a bit more settled that perhaps my family and I can take turns flying out yearly. I'm sure it will work out.
Another thing I know - living it, is better than thinking about it. It's only a few days into it, but I'm so glad the hump of leaving is behind me, and we can just work on how it's going to work out from here on in.
Thanks for you continued support Maggie. It means loads.
Hugs,
Jeanna
