Superbowl Party

I just got back from the Superbowl Party at my boss' house. Between people from work and his neighbors, there were over 50 people there. Good thing the house is big and there were lots of TVs. The kids were all entertained by the game room, about 7 pinball and other game machines (full-size, of course) in a separate room in the basement. Wow - too cool! Since I don't follow football, I really didn't care who won. But it was nice to get to know my coworkers a bit better.

Now, I'm trying to get all my things packed for the trip to the Netherlands. Since I'll be gone for 10 days, I have to check out of the hotel. I've been in this hotel room for a month now and I've kind of spread out so it's taking a bit of energy to get it organized again. Most of the stuff will have to stay in the car while I'm away. The things that I don't to freeze, I'll leave at the office in the morning (shampoo, lotion, etc.). I've managed to get the fridge cleaned out pretty well, so I'll only be throwing away a few things.

Honestly, I think I'm more nervous about the trip than about packing up my junk. It's starting to feel very real - moving out of the country for several years. I had been thinking it was way in the future so I wasn't worrying about it too much. Now, I'm starting to worry. Have I done the right thing? How much of a pain is this going to be? I have to remind myself to think about one step at a time otherwise, it's too overwhelming.

So, my next step is the house hunting trip leaving tomorrow! I'll see if I can post from NL - assuming my computer cooperates. Otherwise, I'll be back just in time for Valentine's Day!