We have arrived!!

Maria - Well we are here! The first day was overwhelming - it all seems sooo strange. I finally realized we are not on vacation - we are living here - quite scary, I must admit! The apartment is really great - lots of light, a beautiful terrace and really nice landlords - it's just not home yet (I guess no surprise in one day). One exception - the washing machine is outside - yes, I said outside, on the terrace in a closet and no dryer- not even going to deal with that yet!
Michael and I slept a good portion of the day - not sure if it was jet lag or sadness! But, we are up today with more positive attitudes. We ventured into the grocery store alone and are now going to go into the center of Rome for lunch via public transportation - should be an adventure. Never thought I would miss home and everyone there sooo much!

Michael- The first day felt like a vacation! It was unreal and pretty crazy. I was so tired that i slept from 2-1o and then ate and went back to bed from 11-5. The apartment is more "lovely" than I thought it would be. I miss everyone back home a lot. This was definitely one of the craziest day of my life!

The day before...

Maria - Who does this anyways? That's the question I keep asking myself. I'm leaving everything...my family, my friends, a great job...a comfortable life and I'm moving to a country where I don't speak the language or know anybody. I fly off tomorrow aboard Continental Airlines into the unknown. I have a job - that's the good news, an apartment- I've only seen in pictures, my fourteen year old son (that's enough to frighten anyone), my books and my clothes and not much more. I'm going to miss my family and friends immensly! Am I scared...you betcha...but I'm equally excited about what lies ahead. There is a kind of freedom that comes from not knowing what the future holds. And so the adventure begins...keep you posted!





Michael - Fun with my fam tonight. I'm going to miss all of them so much!! :D Hanging with my two sisters, mom, dad, and sisters boyfriend. It's a very fun night! YEY!! :D