Round one done… proceed to round two!

I hugged my family goodbye at the airport yesterday morning and flew to Philly for staging.  It was one of the hardest things I’ve had to do.  Knowing it was the right decision, however, got me through it.

This afternoon was full of ice breakers and meetings and now, with my bags packed, I’m taking another deep breath.  Less than 24 hours left in the United States!  We leave the hotel just before 7:00am to get shots then bus to New York to leave for Brussels (then Liberia!) in the late afternoon.

After a good night sleep and a few calm meals I finally feel grounded and have regained some control of my emotions.

I’ll update again from the other side!  Literally.