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John Steinbeck

Denver

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Denver isn't my forever place, but I'm still so sad to be leaving. As I was rocking Greta to sleep, I looked around and realized how much I have loved having my own space. I love the paint colors. I love our wood floors. I love the amount of storage space we have here. I love playing in the pool with Holly. I really do like my kitchen. I love our big windows. I had so many dreams for this little place of ours. SO many. Honestly, my mind is brimming with all the DIYs, etc that I had planned for decor. Alas, it wasn't meant to be. And I'm choked. 

I randomly cry. Luckily my friend who I've cried in front of twice (I feel safe around her - she's the best) has been understanding and kind. I love the freshness of Denver. I love the mountains to the west. I love the blue sky that streches so big. I love the thunderstorms. I love the rain. I love the sudden snowstorms. I love how Denver and its citizens daily inspire and remind me to love the outdoors and be active. I love the easy culture. I love the acceptance I've found here. 

Both my daughters were born here. Conor and my relationship changed here into something it could've never become had we stayed in Calgary. We're different. I've learned so much about myself while living here. I'm going to miss it. I'm going to miss my friends here and Holly's friends. She can say the names (or a variation) of her closest friends and I love it. I know I'll make new friends in California and it'll be fine, but some of our friends here we've been friends with from the beginning. Hopefully I can maintain those relationships. Our door is always open dear Denver friends.

Melanie Blodgett

There’s no shame in feeling sad. You’ve lived here most of your marriage and saying goodbye is the worst. Starting over in another place is always a hard adjustment even if it is California. Just know that after the hard part of moving, it will be amazing. We’ll miss you guys! 

Julie

I really thought I was ready to move on (I was really excited for Daniel to be out of school and working), but leaving Denver was really hard. There’s nothing wrong with being sad about leaving a place that’s been so important to you! I’m so glad my family lives near where you will be, so I’ll hopefully still get to see you when I go home to visit!

nicole

Man this post pulls at the heart strings!  I love that your little family has had Denver and all that comes with it.  The feelings you describe and the memories and plans those are what keep my feet cemented in Calgary.  I think it is brave and wonderful that you go beyond. One thing I know for sure is Katie can set up a cozy beautiful homestead wherever she lands and the little daily comforts of dutch blitz and good cookbooks and cute kids can follow you anywhere.  How fun will it be to watch Conor in his dream job! May your talent for making home be where you are follow you to California.  We love you guys and send our love!  Good luck with the packing it looks like you are well on your way!

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