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| My father holding my daughter's hat and a dandelion bouquet as they enjoy time in the sunshine together |
After a couple of weeks living back in the United States, things are starting to settle down. I still feel as if we are visiting as opposed to really, truly living in America again. I guess it will take a couple months for that feeling to change.
There are a few things that I already miss about Strasbourg. I miss the bread and cheese, of course. I miss the architecture, especially the cathedral. I especially miss feeling like I was experiencing something unique and special.
But I have been able to spend a lot of time with loved ones recently. My daughter is getting to know her grandparents, which is wonderful. I have had the chance to talk with or at least instant message several friends. Real time conversation is extremely difficult to do with a six hour time difference between the American east coast and France. It is comforting to spend time with people that I have known for years.
So maybe we aren't living in an exotic place anymore, but that is okay with me. In Pennsylvania we are surrounded by love. During my travels I have learned an important lesson. Love is more valuable than adventure.
Thea, I'm so glad your back, but I can completely understand the feelings you are having. It's one of those other places we go when we're adjusting to something different. Even if it's the familiar. It's somehow different. Embrace it ALL, and remember you are home. It doesn't mean that future adventures aren't out there! They come in all forms. You have new and different perspectives on things at home, which is an amazing thing to have.
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