I leave for Albuquerque, New Mexico on Monday!

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The title says it all
. And, yes, I'm excited, happy, and looking forward to my trip. But, on the flip side, going on a trip always leaves me feeling anxious in one way or another. It's bittersweet, but I am trying to look at the positives and trust rather than allow myself to remain in fear.

I am flying out of Cleveland by way of Chicago Midway on Monday evening. I should get in to Albuquerque International Airport by 10:30pm (MST). And, I am scheduled to return to Cleveland by way of Saint Louis, Missouri on Sunday. I am going for a business conference for a non-profit that I am affliliated with and this will be my third trip to Albuquerque for such an occasion. And, each year, though it's a wonderful experience, I struggle with fear about traveling and about being away from home for so long.

I have a couple of issues that are weighing heavily on my mind right now. And, that is making things that much more difficult. But, I'm determined, from this point forward, to trust and move forward by doing the next right thing rather than staying frozen in fear. Trust me, that's easier said than done, but being paralyzed by fears and "what if's" has gotten me nowhere thus far. In fact, I haven't even started packing yet. Actually, more to the point is that I haven't even done any laundry so that I can start packing yet
. I'm not usually this much of a procrastinator, but such is life. I've allowed myself to get caught up in all of the possible reasons why I won't be going on the trip that I've forgotten that those fears aren't realities and that I am, in fact, going to Albuquerque -- and soon!

But, enough about the negatives. I'm excited about going away. I enjoy traveling and I love Albuquerque and New Mexico in general. I'm thrilled to be leaving Cleveland's crazy weather for someplace warm and sunny. I've looked up their weather forecast for the week and it's looking like it'll be a beautiful week -- not too hot, not too cold, and primarily sunny with only a slight chance for rain here and there. We stay in a more historic area and it's just a lovely place. My schedule for the week will be insane, but it's definitely worth it. For as much time and work I put into the organization, I get ten-fold in return. I love seeing old friends and making new ones and it is always just a wonderful time. We laugh, have fun, relax, and work hard in between. Or, maybe it's the other way around? I don't know...it's just amazing. There's no real words I can associate with this experience -- I am just incredibly blessed and thankful to be able to do this service and enjoy the atmosphere in the meantime. Oh, and did I mention it was all-expenses paid?!

I don't know if there is anyone from TCS in the New Mexico area (particularly Albuquerque and Old Town), but it would be fun to know if there are members out that way. I'm going to miss my kitties as well as the dogs, hamsters, bird, and everyone else
, but they will all be taken care of while I'm gone. My roommate will be home to tend to everyone and I know they'll be in the best, most capable hands possible. I've had a rough start to the year and so I think it'll be good for me to get away from "reality" for a little while. It's only a week, but I always come back refreshed and rejuvenated. I just hope I can let go of some of my fears and insecurities so that I can enjoy myself -- both beforehand, during, and after.

So, if you don't see me around for a week, you'll all know where I am! I hope to check in, but that may not be possible. I've hesitated posting all of this out of my fear of jinxing myself, but...Albuquerque, NM, here I come
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Sounds like a big Agenda for you on the next days!...

Congrats!...

Make a check list for all you need my friend...
so this way you will have all under control...


Just wondering....
what about your furry friends?...
 
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