Well hello all! It’s been a while since I’ve written
anything so I figured I should catch up on some writing while I am sitting on a
plane on my way to Bali!
My last day in Sarnia at the beginning of August was spent
sailing, lounging at the beach and visiting friends. It was a hot, humid day
(32/95 with 100% humidity) and even with three applications of sunscreen I
managed to get a sunburn. After a wonderfully relaxing day, I headed to Paddy’s,
my favourite bar and pub in Sarnia to have a goodbye dinner with family and
friends. I was so happy to have so many different groups of friends come and
join me (also nice to see everyone mingle/ chat!) It continues to remind me how
lucky I am to have such wonderful people around me.
The next morning it was time to go. It felt weird to be
thinking that I wouldn’t be home again until two months later and that I would
be embarking on the trip of a lifetime- literally! One month in British
Columbia, followed by South Korea, Singapore, Bali, Australia, Malaysia, LA and
Vegas before finally coming home.
Packing up the car and heading to the local airport (Chris
Hadfield Airport) felt surreal. Not one to make a scene, I was surprised to
find myself welling with tears when I said goodbye to my mom. Gosh darn- I
wouldn’t see the woman for two whole months! We said goodbye and I headed to my
first of many flights.
After a two hour delay in Toronto, I finally made it to
Vancouver. My cousin was nice enough to pick me up at the airport and even stop
by a beer store before heading to a backyard party where his wife and kids were
awaiting our arrival.
Now, as someone who doesn’t spend a lot of time with
children, this party was PACKED with kids. For those thinking they want
children- attending things like this is really great birth control. I’m not
sure if someone had given them all sugar before we got there or if that’s just
the way kids are but it sure was hectic! And also a great reminder that kids
are hilarious and say the darndest things.
I’ll never forget swimming with the kiddies and little Miss
O sat on my legs in the hot tub and said to me “Oh, Natasha- are your legs ever
hairy.” I don’t think I’ve laughed so
hard at a kids honesty.
After a one night and one day visit with the family- I was
off to school! Professor Xavier’s School for Gifted Youngsters that is.
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