These are Samwise Gamgee's final words in the Return of the King, and with these words the entire trilogy ends. Such simple words carry so much weight. After traveling the world, fighting in battles and saving Middle Earth, Sam returns to his quiet life in the Shire. He is overjoyed to return to his beloved Shire and start a family, yet the memories he made and adventures he survived cannot be forgotten.
Right now I feel a bit like Sam must have felt. The relationships I forged in England are priceless. I already miss my housemates like crazy and January seems so far off. I had so many wonderful adventures in Europe and did some amazing things. I grew and learned a lot about myself and about God. I am constantly reminded of experiences I had in England that no one here can relate to. Each time I feel a little forlorn, sort of torn in two.
I am glad to be home, happy to spend time with my family. Even so, I miss Oxford and our wonderful group. After an exciting fall abroad, quiet Abilene seems sleepy. Right now all I can do is relish my memories, writing down my experiences and flipping through pictures. But I also have to sit back and just enjoy time with my family, sinking onto the couch with a soft, "Well, I'm back".
Most of the girls
My Beautiful Roommates
I am glad to be home, happy to spend time with my family. Even so, I miss Oxford and our wonderful group. After an exciting fall abroad, quiet Abilene seems sleepy. Right now all I can do is relish my memories, writing down my experiences and flipping through pictures. But I also have to sit back and just enjoy time with my family, sinking onto the couch with a soft, "Well, I'm back".
Most of the girls
My Beautiful Roommates
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