Seattle, come and go...

After almost 2 weeks off in Seattle I needed to go home. I missed my dogs, my bed and my own truck. I would mention my husband but he's not here so the missing him wont change now that i'm home. I had a really great time on this vacation, and there were some really bittersweet moments.
I got to see Molly for the first time in FAR too long (5years), and we, as usual, had a great time together! I spent a weekend with her and then caught up with her again and went to the local theme park. We had a ton of fun and went on this www.youtube.com/watch?v=H6aUUPCZvmU ride. What a rush! We also went to a piano bar, that was a lot of fun, something i've never done. It was very hard to say goodbye to her, knowing it may be some time before i get to see her again, lets hope not another 5 years. She plans to visit Guam, so i have that to look forward to, we're thinking skydiving is next...
Got to unexpectedly see my mom, lots of people very good at keeping secrets! I'm glad she was there, again i'm not sure how long it will be until i can see her again. We got to do some shopping, eat some good food, and catch a really great concert, (Carolina Liar and One Republic opening for Rob Thomas). Had a few drinks and many laughs. And then of course there is Courtney and her family. As usual we had a ball, the kids are getting so big, and i will miss them all dearly. After 21 years of friendship i still look forward to seeing her every year, and it's so hard knowing that i likely wont see her much in the next 3+ years. Its hard for her to travel with 3 young kids, but we'll find a way, we always do.
Overall i had a wonderful time and enjoyed every minute. Now the bitter part sets in as i realize this is goodbye for awhile, it's a tough road but i wouldn't change it for the world. The military life isn't for everybody and it can take it's toll on friendships as well as relationships that aren't strong enough. Living far away from those you love it not the easiest thing to do, but i'm glad we're doing it and wouldn't trade the experiences we've had and the ones i know we still have to come, for anything. Guam is just the next chapter in the story of our lives we're writing everyday, i can't wait to turn the page and see how it goes...