Dedication to my family & friends (old & new)....

First of all, I need to apologize for the lack of posts recently. I have been preoccupied the last couple of weeks; physically, mentally, and emotionally.

Recently, I have moved into a new house with my good friend Charmaine and my new friend Sarah. It has been an absolute treat living here with the girls and I feel very welcomed in their home. I have been invited to participate in their workouts, offered rides to and from work, included in their group meals, and comforted when I have been feeling down. Another reason why I am so appreciative of Charmaine's friendship is that she has introduced me to her fabulous circle of friends (Ellie, Christie, Jess, Nikki, Emma, and Andrea). They never make me feel like an outsider, unless their making fun of my accent. I have to specifically thank Ellie for being my partner in crime and for always being there for me. It's amazing how your presence can drastically alter my mood (for the better). You all need to know that I appreciate the support that you have given me the last couple months.

I need to reinforce that this doesn't mean that I don't miss my friends and family back home. I think about you every single day that I am here. There are certain songs, smells, and sayings that make me miss you more. I take comfort in the fact that I will be seeing you again and I look forward to hearing about life back home (via email, text messages, and phone calls). There is one thing for certain is that I would be a basket case without Skype. I love seeing your smiling faces and feel uneasy when I haven't had a recent "Skype date".

Tonight I was lucky enough to Skype with Meghan, Dave, Cathy, Kaleigh, Myla, and Payton. They were waiting for Sarah & Tyler to come home with Carter Leon Smith, their new baby boy. I can't believe how much all of the girls have changed since October and I was happy that they still remembered me. I couldn't help but cry after I hung up with them, I wished that I was there awaiting Carter's arrival with them.

I've found myself feeling more emotional these days and whenever I have needed to talk to one of my besties you have been there for me! I would like to specifically thank my Mom, Nanny, Amanda, Sammi, Jocelyn, and Erin who have always dropped everything and anything to be there for me. I have woken you up at horrible hours, interrupted you at work (sometimes even between patients), kept you awake after a night shift, interrupted parties, caused you to be late for nights out and delayed many meals. I appreciate all of you so much....

I am lucky to have all of you in my life! I definitely feel like I have love....