Author Topic: No goodbyes - just see you laters (Read 6918 times)

sweetasmeli · « **on:** July 19, 2007, 02:01:55 am »

Thursday 9am: I'm down to one more sleep before I depart this sleepy Greek island to return to UK turf. Eek!

Tomorrow is moving day. Most of my things are packed ready to be sent in the morning. Just a few last minute things left and my computer stuff - been leaving the pc till last. I do have a laptop that will be staying with me, but the pc is sooo much better for skyping etc and has been like a lifeline to me for many months.

The cats are Not Happy.

I advised them to say their farewell meows to any local Greek feline friends yesterday as last night they were to be (and were) locked indoors for the remainder of our time here. I don't think they got the message. Fat one was meowing most of the night wanting to be anywhere but inside. Thin one happily slept. This morning both were pawing at the front door. I hate keeping them in but no choice. They have to be here for vet stuff today and then I can't risk them doing a disappearing act before the journey tomorrow. So my bedroom - which is now an empty echo chamber - is set up with cat boxes, food and litter tray for the next 36 hours. Thin one has gone back to sleep. After much pitiful meowing and equally pitiful gazes in my direction, fat one has found the darkest coolest corner behind tons of stuff and has curled up there asleep in what I know is protest.

As for me, as well as pack pack packing, I've been soaking up some of the Greek sun while I can and spending time with the few friends I have here. People keep asking me how I feel. Honestly? Apart from tired from the heat, I feel fine. Excited. Practically trembling with anticipation at what the next chapter holds for me. The way I look at it - bar a few friends, a great climate and stunning views - I have very little to leave behind here and so much more to look forward to. My future looks very rosy and I cant wait to get stuck in with it.

I've told people I know and care about here that I'll be back - because I will - it will be a great place to visit for sunny holidays and I have every intention of doing so, probably starting next summer. My friends are sad to see me go but in all honesty, I'm not sad to go. With the way my loved ones are scattered across the globe and all the travelling I do nowadays, I know that whenever I want to see whoever I want to see, I will. Simple as that.

So the parting message I've been giving my friends here is: No goodbyes - just see you laters.

Melia

Bucko · « **Reply #1 on:** July 19, 2007, 03:40:06 am »

Only better things await, darling. Your exile has ended and you're going home again.

Brent
(Who loves his Melia)

Queen Tokelove · « **Reply #2 on:** July 19, 2007, 03:55:58 am »

Aww poor kitties, they'll adjust and be happy to be in their new home. Wishing you a safe trip. Maybe you'll be close to our lady Ann over there in the UK....

Dachshund · « **Reply #3 on:** July 19, 2007, 06:55:31 am »

Little Lady B positive in so many more ways than one. I shall begin saving every farthing, quid and pence I can get my hands on, because I am so planning on visiting you in Manchester, England, England....

Aunty D

p.s. be careful, your cats may try to hypnotize you into opening the door

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Nadine · « **Reply #4 on:** July 19, 2007, 07:08:13 am »

Dearest Melia (the world traveler)

I hope your move is uneventful and you're soon settled in back home!

(((HUGS)))

cjc · « **Reply #5 on:** July 19, 2007, 07:17:39 am »

Best of luck with your move. I know you have been looking forward to it. The kitties will settle down, they always do. Hope you are happier in England. Cristy

penguin · « **Reply #6 on:** July 19, 2007, 07:21:46 am »

hope everything goes smoothly tomorrow... remember to bring the sun back with you

see you soon - kate

RAB · « **Reply #7 on:** July 19, 2007, 09:21:32 am »

Wishing you (and thin one and fat one

) safe travels!

You're going home!

RAB

milker · « **Reply #8 on:** July 19, 2007, 11:09:56 am »

Have a safe trip! Get an umbrella and sweat shirts when you arrive, you may not have had to buy any for some time

Milker.

bear60 · « **Reply #9 on:** July 19, 2007, 11:11:53 am »

Safe Journey!!!

Andy Velez · « **Reply #10 on:** July 19, 2007, 11:29:28 am »

Hope you and the kitties have a minimally meowy trip, Melia. Your report on their responses was hilarious.

As the Bear one said so eloquently, "safe voyage."

Cheers,

Iggy · « **Reply #11 on:** July 19, 2007, 02:00:56 pm »

If you were smart you would have just had the cats stuffed and shipped ahead of time. Travelling would have been easier.

Talk to you on the other side!

Teresa · « **Reply #12 on:** July 19, 2007, 02:11:03 pm »

Melia,

Good Luck with the move! Have a safe trip!

Hugs
Teresa

Razorbill · « **Reply #13 on:** July 19, 2007, 02:48:02 pm »

I hope sunny weather awaits you in England, so as not to shock your sweetness. Safe trip and best luck with the move.
Ernie

fearless · « **Reply #14 on:** July 19, 2007, 11:16:31 pm »

See you soon, Melia.

AlanBama · « **Reply #15 on:** July 19, 2007, 11:22:05 pm »

Safe travels, my dear....... best of luck with the moving!

Hugs & kisses,

Alan

xyahka · « **Reply #16 on:** July 20, 2007, 01:46:39 am »

Hey pretty, wish you the best in your trip.

Juan Carlos

sweetasmeli · « **Reply #17 on:** July 20, 2007, 02:05:56 am »

Friday 9am: The cats have no boxes to climb on any more.

Removals have been and gone. It's just me, my feline friends and a few bags left over.

Cats still wishing they had opposable thumbs so they could open doors by themselves. They've swapped roles today. Thin one has woken up and decided she will be the one doing the vocals this morning and trying to get out of front door - although her method is somewhat original - after realising she can't get her paws around edge of door, she is now trying to shimmy on her back underneath it. Thank goodness I have cats for pets and not bullfrogs! Fat one has found another corner to sulkily slumber in - just as well really as I can't even distract her with food today - because one taxi ride + one 3 hour flight + Whiskers is not a good combo for cats, especially my travel sick fat one.

I said most of my see you laters last night - still a few hugs to give out later before lift off.

My excitement and nerves are quite palpable now. Although strangely still chilled too. True Melia-style!

Many thanks for your kind wishes/thoughts guys and gals. And yay for laptops!

Melia

Edited to add PS: 11am - First tears. Just exchanged see you laters with best friend here. He's cool. Brought us lemonpie and gingerbeer for breakfast.

Dragonette · « **Reply #18 on:** July 20, 2007, 04:02:25 am »

Good luck with all of it. It's good to be able to go home. Good descision.

See you in London!

Hugs,

Cliff · « **Reply #19 on:** July 20, 2007, 05:26:51 am »

Safe travels. We've had nothing but rain for the past month (or two) and they are forecasting even more rain over the next couple of days. So hopefully you'll be our good luck charm and actually bring us some Greek sunshine!

DanielMark · « **Reply #20 on:** July 20, 2007, 05:53:37 am »

So the big day has finally arrived! Hope the transition back is agreeable for you and the fur children, Melia!

Daniel

Iggy · « **Reply #21 on:** July 20, 2007, 02:35:54 pm »

Quote from: sweetasmeli on July 20, 2007, 02:05:56 am

Friday 9am: The cats have no boxes to climb on any more.

Removals have been and gone. It's just me, my feline friends and a few bags left over.

Cats still wishing they had opposable thumbs so they could open doors by themselves. They've swapped roles today. Thin one has woken up and decided she will be the one doing the vocals this morning and trying to get out of front door - although her method is somewhat original - after realising she can't get her paws around edge of door, she is now trying to shimmy on her back underneath it. Thank goodness I have cats for pets and not bullfrogs! Fat one has found another corner to sulkily slumber in - just as well really as I can't even distract her with food today - because one taxi ride + one 3 hour flight + Whiskers is not a good combo for cats, especially my travel sick fat one.

Told you that you should have had them stuffed and shipped ahead of time.

Christine · « **Reply #22 on:** July 20, 2007, 03:00:38 pm »

dear melia,
have a wonderful,and safe trip home! Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.
xxx ooo
Christine

Oceanbeach · « **Reply #23 on:** July 20, 2007, 09:17:45 pm »

Dear Miss Melia,

Have a safe and pleasant voyage. Your kittys will adapt easily after they become British citizens and will find other cat friends near their new home. My dog Kaiser used to get so upset over moves, I used to hide the packing in a spare room, leaving the rest of the house untouched until the last minute.

I am planning a move myself after AMG... Don't have much family left anywhere and in three years living on the Russian River, I have three friends. The first has already moved, the second is leaving in the Fall, the thrid will have to fend for herself.

Seems like I have never lived anywhere for more than two years except for Los Angeles. I have friends there who were with me through HIV and AIDS, great healthcare and support systems already in place. I am going home too. I've started in on my dog already by talking about "Auntie Frank" and other people in our old neighborhood. Adventure in moving is only a marketing slogan for a rental truck company. See you in San Francisco... Have the best day
Michael

sweetasmeli · « **Reply #24 on:** July 21, 2007, 02:34:06 pm »

I'm home.

Fat one and thin both survived the great voyage in one piece...BIG PHEW! My beautiful brave kitties! Both happy - been enjoying being fussed over by their new extended family and exploring their new abode - both now sleeping off their adventures.

Waking up this morning in my life-long bedroom was like waking up from the longest dream. Suddenly my shoulders feel weightless and my heart feels full. Bliss!

Exhausted but so so happy.

Will update more and be back in touch with folk after much needed rest...

Melia

Ann · « **Reply #25 on:** July 21, 2007, 02:42:55 pm »

Glad to hear all three of you are home in one piece. I notice you didn't bring any sunshine home with you though, so... bad girl!

Ann
xxx

manchesteruk · « **Reply #26 on:** July 21, 2007, 05:22:44 pm »

Good to hear the move went smoothly. I'll see you soon i'm sure!

Chris

Nadine · « **Reply #27 on:** July 21, 2007, 05:34:44 pm »

I'm so happy that you're home Melia. Glad the kitties took to the move well.

Get yourself some rest

(((Hugs)))

milker · « **Reply #28 on:** July 21, 2007, 10:21:01 pm »

Welcome back !

Milker.

emeraldize · « **Reply #29 on:** July 22, 2007, 03:00:01 am »

Congrats on a smooth move, Melia. Catch up with you soon. Em

sweetasmeli · « **Reply #30 on:** July 23, 2007, 06:11:15 am »

Thanks again guys and gals for your kind thoughts and wishes.

Am well rested and settled in now. As are kitty cats. It feels so great to be back in the bosom of my family home. And my folks are delighted to have their only daughter home...and furry 'grandkids' in tow. As are my nephews to have their favourite auntie and furry playmates back.

The kitties are So Happy. Over the weekend they reveled in the delights of exploring their new castle; to them any place with more than 3 rooms is a castle! And this morning they made their first voyage outside into the castle grounds, which they absolutely LOVED! And now they're both sleeping off their latest adventure...of course.

I can barely believe I'm here, back in the UK - after almost 3 years on my Greek island. But I have absolutely nada regrets about either decision - to go there or to come back. I know I did the right thing for me then as I know I've done the right thing for me now. Just different chapters in the great big book of life.

So good to be home.

Melia

SASA39 · « **Reply #31 on:** July 23, 2007, 04:53:29 pm »

bear60 · « **Reply #32 on:** July 24, 2007, 08:47:43 am »

Hi
Glad you are settling down in your new digs. Now its time to start a new thread about the NEW place you live...with pics of course.

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