Spring is in the air again. Some warmer days, followed by cold but the light makes everything better. It is light until almost 6 now. I feel the excitement in the air and trees are starting to bud. Looking forward to more daylight and seeing all the flowers which will come.

This week I booked my ticket to come home for a visit. It is overdue but I am not done here yet. Not sure why exactly. It has been something which has been pressing on me for a long time now of when I was going to come back. I know it will go quickly. I head to the states April 25th for 6 weeks, which will go quickly. More planning to be done there but the base is in place.

I received a care package from my dear friend Gina. She sent a mug she had made for me, along with earrings with the tree of life, a turtle keychain, the sweetest letter and a church magazine to read. So fun to get a package and I feel so fortunate to have friends and family who care. Thank you for caring and all your prayers, I appreciate it.

This weekend I spoke to Rebecca, my step-daughter for a long time. It was overdue. We both cried a bit. The next day I spoke to my granddaughter Shelby. It was so nice. We had a nice time talking and she showed me all her favorite toys. I know it will be a joyful reunion. It is interesting how sometimes we don’t think we are needed, just to find out we are.

Tuesday, during my gym class, I announced I would be leaving and my last day will be March 7th. That made me sad but I want to be able to see some people before I head home and since I am coming back I don’t have to be rushed. They had small Semla for members at thr gym on Tuesday as ut was fettisdagen which I think is beginning of lent. I will miss going there and miss all the wonderful people I have met who come and lift me up.

Plans are in motion for me to move 2 1/2 hours north of Malmö next month. I think it will be fun as I will get to explore Småland, my home province, more. I have loved my apartment in Malmö. I have felt so at home here but miss Sorin. So another chapter beginning soon. It feels difficult to leave my friends here who I have become reliant on but we will see each other from time to time and we will always be connected.

Wednesday I went to someone who is helping me heal my body. I have high hopes it will be helpful in making life easier. I felt amazing after I left him. I look forward to the next 5 weeks to see what happens. It does mean I have to start eating healthier. But I needed to do that anyway.