Hello! Happy Friday! So, yesterday, Flynn, Steve, and I loaded up the van and made the long drive back to Pennsylvania. One final time. Yes, we are going to sell the lake house and finally become permanent residents of Maryland! This has been a long time coming, and although I will miss this area, I am ready to close the book and begin again. For the past few years, we have maintained both places, and honestly, we are ready.
This trip is packed to the brim with packing what remains here, and honestly, going through things relentlessly. Things I have kept safe and sound in Rubbermaid tubs, moving from house to house. My logic is simple: if I haven't thought of it, needed it, or missed it in the past several months, I can free myself of it.
I also have my run of appointments these next couple of weeks. And you all know how I feel about that! I have my mammogram, female doctor, dentist, dermatologist, primary care doctor, and eye doctor appointments coming up in the next two weeks. If you have a moment, please send up a prayer for peace for me. These things get in my head sometimes, and although I have made tremendous progress in my OCD and Anxiety journey, I understand many people feel anxious before appointments. So, I am going to simply get on with it!
Prayers. I have developed the white coat anxiety in later years. It is frightening. Prayers for appointments and move. Brenda
ReplyDeleteWell, Pennsylvania is going to miss having you! Maryland is a beautiful state and I wish you luck with the sale, the move and being settled into one home. I'm sure it's a bittersweet feeling. I will be praying for you. My mammogram is coming up soon and it's no fun but it's worth it once it can be checked off for the year.
ReplyDeleteYou have a lot on your plate, so anxiety is warranted. However, you also have a plan and you are in touch with how you can manage it. Good luck with your move and I will be excited to see the updates!
ReplyDeletePrayers for peace and comfort. I now have the same anxiety when it comes to doctors and dentist visits, and I know how hard it is.
ReplyDeleteOh my!! Prayers for you and your family during the move and for you through the next few weeks of appointments! I don't get anxious as much as just plain old dread. It nice to be done with it each year. Amen. Do keep us posted and I hope you feel the love and prayers flowing your way!! xo
ReplyDeleteThat's a lot! It will be nice to not be moving back and forth though, once you get this part done with.
ReplyDeleteAnd all the appts. I remember you did this last year too. A few crazy weeks and that's done too! Praying for you!
Oh my gosh, Billie Jo. Packing up, moving, and the whole journey is a lot, and you are handling it so well. I whispered a prayer for you. And you've kept all your special treasures intact going from place to place. That's not easy to do. I often wonder how some of my delicate items didn't break with all the moves haha. Hang in there with all your appts, and I wish you peace along the way until you are safely settled in. Thinking of you during this busy time, my friend.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like a busy time with moving the things to Maryland, putting the PA house on the market, and of course, all the appointments. Praying for your peace, Billie Jo.
ReplyDeleteIt's so exciting to set out of a new adventure, turn a new page in our lives. Sounds like you are ready and that's good. Best always. Latane
ReplyDeleteI will absolutely pray for peace for you as you let go and battle your appointments. Will you switch providers to Maryland then as well? Proud of your peace!!
ReplyDeleteWow, I am stunned! But I guess it is a lot of work and time to keep up both houses. I have never seen the front of your house, it is beautiful. Praying for all of your appointments. We have so many every month that it is hard to keep track and I have double booked so many times!
ReplyDeleteGoodness but you are going to miss that view!! Will definitely say a prayer as you get all those appointments completed. You have a lot on your plate just now...but I'm sure you will sail through just fine!:) Hugs -
ReplyDeleteGood luck on all fronts! Nothing makes me more nervous than a dr's appointment! I think your new beginnings with your grown kids are an exciting chapter in your life. andrea
ReplyDeleteWill be praying that all goes well with your appointments!!!
ReplyDeleteIt might be nice not having to travel back and forth when you are settled.
I know your feeling with doctor appointments and I will definitely be praying for you my dear friend. May God give you peace in your heart and your head too.
ReplyDeleteWhen we moved into our camper six years ago in preparation for traveling the country full time, (we planned this until we unexpectedly had to give up our dream to move back to Omaha to take care of Mom.) We had sold our four bedroom 3 bath house we had built 20 years before. I ruthlessly got rid of many, many things and I haven't missed any of them. I loved the year we spent living in the camper until we moved here. Now I've filled our condo to the brim again. I have no idea how that happens! :-)
Blessings and love,
Betsy
First world issues.
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