From Arizona to Amsterdam

It was definitely a good idea to stay with Lyn's family in Arizona prior to our departure. The stay provided a buffer between the hellish last two weeks of moving out of our house and the departure day. We could handle few last-minute chores and preparations with calmer minds and attitudes, thanks to Steve and Tracy who made us completely at home.

We enjoyed the scenery of the desert and the hills. They were gorgeously illuminated by the full moon, the night before we left the US. I did a little meditation under the moonlight. It definitely eased the tensions and nervousness for the beginning of this trip. Although I had expected an agonizing sleepless night, I fell right into a short but deep rest.
Tracy. Bless her heart. She took us to the airport at an extremely early morning hours and sent us off with loving hugs.

We reflected how calm we were at a coffee bar inside the airport. The calmness continued even during the flights. Is this the clam before the storm, or are we still exhausted, or maybe the new reality hasn't just sunk in yet? We would find out soon enough.

Our journey has started.