“When the timing is perfect, He will fulfill the desires of your heart.”
Almost 10 weeks ago, I packed up my life and put it in a POD, and sent my dog and cat off with my dad for South Carolina. The rest of my possessions were crammed into my car and I set out on an adventure.
My first stop was to Columbus to spend time with a few of my favorite people. Seeing the girls that had a hand in making me who I am today, was bittersweet. It was a see you soon, rather than goodbye but it still didn’t make it any easier leaving them.
Once I left Columbus, I headed for Mansfield Penitentiary and had the opportunity to walk the old prison and see where Shawshank Redemption was filmed. It was interesting to see all the history and I learned so much. In all the years I’d lived in Ohio, I never went and walked around. It was a really cool experience.
My next stop on my road trip of Ohio, was to visit my dad’s side of the family. When I had texted my aunt about coming to visit, she said, “Sure, if you don’t mind going crazy with us.” My cousin was about to graduate from high school, and the amount of food we were about to cook was more than I could ever have imagined. Getting to spend time with my aunt and the rest of the family while we were preparing all this amazing food was something that I will never forget. I’m thankful to have had the chance to see everyone before I moved.
Mom and Tommy’s was next. I enjoyed getting to spend some quality time with this side of the family as well. Even had my first family dinner with Tommy’s side of the family. Looking forward to gaining a couple siblings and some nieces and nephews. Being an only child, I never thought this would be an option for me until I got married. Leaving was one of the hardest things I’ve done. I’m looking forward to getting some visitors in the near future!
For the past 7 weeks I’ve been lucky to call Pawleys Island my temporary home. In just over a week, I will call Myrtle Beach my home. I’ve learned so much already about living in the south and I’m here to stay. The beach is where my soul is happiest.
Look for future updates about the adventures of this English teacher as she continues adjusting to life in this beautiful state.
