My bags are packed...

I did it. Well kind of. My suitcases are in the car and I have my backpack filled with shoes and boots.  I cannot believe that I am actually getting on a plane today for a year.  Its almost too weird to think about. I only broke down crying twice so far today, but the airport I am sure is going to be another story. I know, I know. I have done this before but for some reason I think this time it is harder to leave.  My entire summer was spent with friends and family and I couldn't have asked for a better summer.  Maybe thats why it is so hard.  I am going to miss going downtown for the night, watching movies in my basement, catching up with friends over a drink, taking Petey for a walk, "tanning" at lake houses, baseball games, cheese fries, and country music.  Sometimes I don't know if I can live without all those things.

But then I remember, there is gelato in Bologna.........