I leave for Spain on Sunday. I have been trying to pack my life into 2 suitcases...which proves to be more difficult than one might expect. I've said my goodbyes to most of my friends and tied up loose accounts. I am so excited, but so so scared. In 2 days everything around me will be completely different.
The packing process has been littered with hard and practical decisions and tears. Occasionally when I take a look at my empty closet or pile of things not important enough to make it into the bulging suitcase, my eyes well up. The thought of leaving my tiny town is exciting with the thought of branching out on my own and setting up a life in a different country, but I think I might miss America a little. I'm a creature and fan of routine and i'm life is about to be shook up.
I am extremely nervous for my day of travel. Almost 24 hours of moving does not sound like a great time, but it is a necessary evil. Here's a summary.
Kansas City to Dallas-1.5 hours
Dallas to Madrid-about 10 hours
Madrid to Malaga- about 2 hours
Taxi to hostel-hopefully less than 20 minutes
Crash time-unknown
I should arrive at my hostel approx 23 hours after I leave Kansas City so wish me luck!
Then...i don't know. I have a few things I need to take care of when I get there (cell phone, maps, shower, figure out the buses, phone home)...then it's apartment hunting time. I'm really nervous about this, but it'll be ok...i hope. I've got plenty of time.
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