L'hitraot

It wasn't until last Sunday that I think it sunk in that I was moving across the world. My day started with a brunch to say goodbye to my family. My day ended with a dinner with friends to say goodbye to them. It was a bittersweet day and I caught myself tearing up many times throughout the day. I just have to remind myself that this is not "goodbye" but just "see you later." 

I finally finished my packing and have been spending the past couple of days in New York City with my mom and sister. I have been lucky enough to see old friends and spend time with them. Now that I have left my home in Atlanta, this is all real. I am in NYC because my flight to Israel departs from here. I am enjoying my last few days in America by being a tourist in a city I once lived in.

Today I had to say l'hitraot to my sister. We had such a fun couple of days eating our way through NYC and seeing some Broadway shows. We've had lots of laughs and there were even a few tears as I opened my going-away present (a framed picture of her). We were out closing down a bar and having a great time together. These are the best memories to have- fun times with my family.

These are my final goodbyes before my plane departs on Tuesday. They have been tough, but there is so much I have to look forward to in Israel. I know I will see everyone again soon.