Goodbyes

It's officially my last full day in the UK. Oh, London, what a long strange trip its been, eh? Although I am sad things didn't work out here the way I had hoped (ie I didn't find my amazing dream job that pays me in pounds), I also feel that everything happens for a reason. The timing of this job in Haiti has been so perfect on pretty much every level that it's hard not to think this must be the reason London hasn't worked out. I am incredibly excited about the new job and feel so lucky to have found something so perfect for me after what seems like an incredibly long 10 months post-masters degree. I'm still quite nervous, so right now the anticipation is the worst part. As of tomorrow that should be remedied.

I had some leaving drinks last night and was really amazed and touched by the turnout. Thanks so much to all of you who came! I got to say proper goodbyes to people and took some last minute photos. Hopefully someday when I unpack my bags and find my camera cord I can start posting some pictures. Speaking of which, it will be nice not living out of a backpack for a while. I've been homeless since July 18th, essentially, and luckily have great friends with great futons, but it will still be nice to settle in somewhere.

OK, well hopefully my next update will be from Haiti! UK friends and family - thanks for everything. I've had such an adventure and have so many great memories of my time here. I'm going to miss you all loads, so you had better stay in touch!!