Macaroni and Cheese and Bubbles!

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In 1992 when we decided to move to Tanzania we did it in a matter of 8 months. Not, that we would have done it differently at the time, but it was a learning experience. What TO DO … and what NOT TO DO. For example, DO plan better and with more notice. DON'T pack everything in moth balls!!! DO plan on being without your stuff for a few months while it clears customs and DON'T pack macaroni and cheese in the same box as soap!!

But through all of the shortcomings, we managed wonderfully and were blessed above measure and it made the greatest impact on our lives. If it hadn't, I doubt we would be starting this all over again!

This time, however, with experience and knowledge in tow, we are being more methodical. I know what I can do without is a big thing. We THINK we need so much … when in reality it is what we WANT that causes us stress. So, to eliminate as much of that stress as possible I have a list that I started several months ago. You don't think about everything that might come in handy at one setting! After all - you don't need an umbrella unless it rains. So, as I came across things day by day that I might need I'd add them to my list.

We have already gotten our papers to Stephanie to take to Cy for our permits. We don't need them until October, but why procrastinate - right? The more you can have done before that last month the better. There are toooooo many emotions running wild when you know you are getting ready to be separated from family to have to worry about whether or not you packed enough ink cartridges for your printer.

We both told our employers months ago about our plans, and we have both been fortunate to work for incredible folks who are very supportive of our plans and have gone out of their way to make the transition as seamless as possible.

So, here I sit, plans in hand, and still seem helpless to do so many things.

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Comments

[Jimmy]

Bubbles?
I did not see the Bubbles! Where are the bubbles??? Ha Ha