I'm going to see Dan!

June 17, 2016

I'm sitting on the TGV, heading west from Montpellier on my way to Barcelona.  Three hours by train, only about 5 stops so it is considered a direct train.  It is pretty amazing to think that within 3 hours not only am I in a different city, but a different country with a different language and culture!

To be honest, I've been feeling nervous the last few days as this trip was approaching.  However, I may have mistaken 'fear' for anticipation.  Dan and I have been separated before for long periods of time, but in those instances, it was me that stayed at home.  So I've been nervous about what may or may not have changed for each of us and afraid of what that may or may not mean.

After having mulled over my feelings in my head for a few days, I think the better word for what I'm feeling is anticipation.  First date anxiety as Dan would say.  A combination of nervousness and excitement. I haven't been paying as much attention at school as I should be as I've counted down the days to this trip.  And even though I'm on my way to see him, I still have one more sleep before he arrives on Saturday.

It is going to be a good visit, but I'm already aware that his leaving in a week will be hard.   After almost three months apart, I do have to admit that I have been feeling a little bit of homesickness.  As much as it has dissipated greatly, it is still there in the back of my heart. I do miss everyone back home.  It reminds me of what my friend Kevin said to me the other week.  He spent his career travelling all over the world, so many cities, so many adventures.  Whenever he was asked what his favourite city was, he always replied, "the one were my family was".  I think that is a very true statement.  Home is where your family is.

Ok, enough reflection.  I'll be arriving in Barcelona in 30 minutes!  Here's to a great reunion with Dan!