Why have I not used my passport?
Back in 2002 I got my passport. I think I may have used it when we went through Canada on the cruise. Needless to say, that is not what I had hoped to leave it at. Last night I had a dream, I don't remember who... but someone was asking me why I don't just travel. Just go to Europe... or Asia... or Africa... or Australia... Just go for it. Not to worry about the cost, and not to worry about the time.
Sigh, it must be the last week of class. My answer to that question is much too rational, but it makes me fear I will never travel like I want to. I can't afford it (which is a partial lie, because I could right now... but not when considering saving for the future). And I don't have the time (which is mostly true,--can we say graduate school and wedding?)
But here is what I was thinking. When WILL it be a good time? I will get married 2 weeks after I graduate. Dave and I then won't really be able to afford to go on that kind of trip, let alone will he be able to get the time off. And I won't want to go travel by myself right after we get married, plus I'll probably have to start working not too long after.
What to do? I only wish I knew!! My passport expires in 2012 (although I thought about it, and when I change my name then I suppose it will expire the day that I do that!). Yikes! That means it will expire in 13 months!
:) 13 months from tomorrow is the wedding!! I can't believe I've been engaged for 10 months! Crazy.
AND NOW... I think I may realize why I had this dream last night---
HAPPY BIRTHDAY MOM!!! My mom is 61 today! It's funny how when you are a little kid you think that your parents being in their 60's will never happen, that they will have white hair and be old (you know... like your grandparents who are in their 60's at the time you are thinking this).
But when I look at my mom, I don't think she's old. I think she is full of life, and living the life! My mom LOVES to travel, and is fortunate enough to be able to travel all over the world. I only hope to be as fortunate. She has 4 grandchildren whom she adores, and while they may destroy the house... their pictures adorn every room of the house!! She absolutely hates it when I am sick or upset, and even from far away finds ways to make me feel better (like sending cookies she had made for her and dad)! She also loves to watch anyone in our family succeed.
I am so fortunate to have such a loving family!! Thank you for your love mom! Happy Birthday.
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