It's official

Well folks, it's official. I am leaving Ohio. Leaving lots of friends, memories, crazy small groups, cool doctor roommate, and many "adopted" brothers, sisters and parents. Thanks for looking after me during my stay in Cleveland. Some of you are the only reason I have made it though the year. Without friends and memories, I wouldn't have made it nearly this long or have enjoyed it this much. Thank you.

My farewell party!

I do not enjoy leaving, it is far worse than arriving for sure. Yet, there are part of life that are necessary that no one enjoys. This is one of them for sure.

At the parade the Monday before I left

For those that would like to keep track of me as I continue through my life and my various adventures, this blog is your best bet. I'll try and update it regularly with my remaining time in the states and in China if allowed. I still don't know what is "okay" and what is not over there. I guess I'll know in 82 Days! If it is not, I'll have to change to emailing updates to people. When that becomes the case, I'll add something to the right side of the screen that puts you on a email list. I have to figure that out first though.

Not exactly sure what is going on here.

It seems like yesterday I rolled into Cleveland wondering what I had gotten myself into. Now I am leaving and wondering what I am leaving behind. Y'all are weird, but you'll be missed.

Blessings from a traveling pilgrim
Later (not goodbye)