Welcome Home Alaine!! This entry really struck a chord in me. I know change is extremely, extremely difficult and reality is tougher to escape when your feet are planted on solid ground, but you've always been adventurous, you've always been a fighter and you're not afraid to confront things that rattle you and challenge them head-on. I've always known and appreciated these things about you.
I also know that the "reality" you are about to tackle on solid ground will be really hard to confront in a way that you control the outcome and I just want to say that I will always, ALWAYS be here for you- it will FINALLY be possible again to find you in a reliable, somewhat static location, even if it requires boarding a plane to travel across the country to get to you. And I can sleep better at night knowing this. A phone call away is LITERALLY a phone call away, not "it's Sunday, let me try and maybe, MAYBE she'll be on land to answer"
The people who have been in your life for years before the cruises still remain and I, for one, am THRILLED to be back in the loop.
WELCOME HOME, ALAINE!!!!!!!
You so look so gorgeous! I'm so sorry I missed your birthday : ( I can't make you a cake when you're on a ship. I'm so excited to see you for wedding adventures! Love you
i miss you.... hi love! I miss you so much can't wait to see you soon...when would you be doing the road trip from Austin...I am pretty sure I could be convinced to go with you...I love adventure and I have not had nearly enough Alaine time lately...let me know!!! loves - <3
ooooh I always enjoy these updates Alaine! I can't help but smile! :)
When you're in the N.Y. area, let me know. I will definitely try to make the trip up north to at least say hi!
Alaine sweetie, I look forward to seing you in May - if you get here before May 11. I leave on the 12th for two weeks in italy. If you take the european tour when would that be ? And what's the route ? Love you, nana
Honey, It is always a joy to read your so very up beat messages. I am so sorry you didn't get the new ship. I know how much you looked forward to it and your presentation was just great. YOU SHOULD HAVE bEEN chosen !!! I SENT YOU A COPLE OF EMAILS. I KNOW YOU'LL GET A KICK OUT OF THE NEW BABY. LOVEYOU,
Hey There! Can't wait to see you again. I am jealous of all the amazing things you have seen in your travels. I hope we get the chance to sit and chat when you get back. Miss ya!
Texas misses ya too!
So happy for you Alaine, Your blogs are wonderful! Whatever your next step is, I know you will excel and be happy or, since you'll always have a back-up plan, you can just change your mind. With your positive attitude, all things are possible. Love always, Mom
House Hop Here Dear Alaine,
You've had some wonderful adventures; I'm sure you could write a book. We'd love to see you in South Carolina if you want to visit. We're near Charleston, Savannah and Hilton Head. Just call and drop by y'all.
Love, Cory and Phil
Alaine dearest, It is so good to hear from you again, As usual you sound great and seem to have a way of making friends and having fun where ever you are,
If you are going to be in NY we all want a chance to see you, And if you want to see the ballet or theatre just let me know. Rachel was just here for a couple of days and we all got together for dinner here last night. Right now I am planning to be in Cal, for Thanksgiving. Will you be there, too ? I love you, sweetie, Can't wait to see you. nana ricki
Like a fantasy! Thanks for adding all the blog postings, Alaine - It sounds amazing! You're welcome at my place if you need somewhere to crash while in Austin. At the very least, we definitely need to get together for drinks!
i think i know the feelin Hey girly, I am in LA right now trying to figure things out. Reading your comment made me realize how spread out i feel too and that i just wish i could gather all the people i love into one place to enjoy it all. but i can't so i go back to e-mails and phone calls. i hope you are well, i miss you and please keep in touch.
hey girly wow! you look amazing! all of that partying/stress pays off when you have all of those memories to look back on. keep up the journal i love it.
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Welcome Home Alaine!!
This entry really struck a chord in me. I know change is extremely, extremely difficult and reality is tougher to escape when your feet are planted on solid ground, but you've always been adventurous, you've always been a fighter and you're not afraid to confront things that rattle you and challenge them head-on. I've always known and appreciated these things about you. I also know that the "reality" you are about to tackle on solid ground will be really hard to confront in a way that you control the outcome and I just want to say that I will always, ALWAYS be here for you- it will FINALLY be possible again to find you in a reliable, somewhat static location, even if it requires boarding a plane to travel across the country to get to you. And I can sleep better at night knowing this. A phone call away is LITERALLY a phone call away, not "it's Sunday, let me try and maybe, MAYBE she'll be on land to answer" The people who have been in your life for years before the cruises still remain and I, for one, am THRILLED to be back in the loop. WELCOME HOME, ALAINE!!!!!!!