Saying Goodbye

I didn't know it would be so hard!

I've got some great friends in the Bensonhurst Ward. At the start of every semester, someone would move in. It was exciting, but upsetting at the same time because I knew they would only be around for a little while, then I would have to say goodbye. But a few years ago families were moving in and they were hanging around. With these moms, I've made some wonderful friendships. I never thought I would be the one leaving. I was treated to Coldstone's and it was fun getting together, I'm going to miss our Mommies Night Out and playgroup! You guys reassure me that I'll make new friends, and I know I will, well I hope I will, but I'm really just upset about being away from you! No one can replace you guys. Motherhood would not have been survivable without your support! Thanks for being such amazing people and some of my best friends!! I'm going to miss you!!

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My first week at B&N, I met this girl who came off very strong, but not in a negative way. She was loud and in my face and wouldn't stop laughing. I can't remember what exactly she said, but I remember thinking about how opposite she was from me. She turned out to be one of my first REAL friends. She was by definition, what a friend should be plus more. She is just so awesome and I can't say enough good things about her.

I ran into her about 2 or 3 months ago. Funny, we live so close, but life got in the way and we haven't seen each other. I told her we were getting ready to move and since then, we've seen each other 5 times! Yesterday, she took me out for breakfast. Saint Germain on 83 and 3 is where we went. I've always wanted to try the place, you can see their pastry case as you walk by and it looks divine! However, the overwhelming lack of patrons has kept me from entering. She swore I would love the french toast and boy did I ever! It was AMAZING!!!!! Seriously, you've got to go!! Like NOW!!! You get these two large pieces of what must be home baked bread, toasted to perfection, laying on a bed of fresh berries & syrup. They are dusted with confectioner's sugar and topped with sliced bananas and a side of syrup. Delicious! I've had so much fun hanging out with you the past few weeks. I'm going to miss you!

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I was emotional today. I said goodbye to Kristin. I almost cried as I hugged her, but I knew if I started crying, I wouldn't be able to stop, so I fought it. She is an amazing person and I'm going to miss her dearly. She is one of the most generous, selfless people I know, I don't know what I would have done without her when Madelyn was born. Then I picked up Apani from school today and as we left the gate, I hear one of the girls calling her. It was Emiline, someone she speaks of often. She ran up to my girl and just stood there looking at the floor. Then another friend, Malak, came up behind her. They gave her a hug and told her they were going to miss her! I lost it! I was crying and couldn't stop.

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I love you guys. I'm going to miss each and every one of you so much, but I promise to visit! I won't be too far and you guys will always have a place to stay for a weekend getaway! We'll be at the park tomorrow morning, (staying out of the way of the movers) on 80 and 7th if anyone wants to come play....

'Til next time!!!