Leaving for New Zealand!

Well today is the day! I wish it was already over and I could just wake up in New Zealand.  I don't like goodbyes.  I said goodbye to Maddy and Luke before they left for school.  It was easier that way, plus Maddy had finals. Mom and Dad drove me to the airport and helped me with my luggage. Checking in was quick and easy so that allowed us to have some extra time together.

I will be flying in to San Francisco and from there my flight to New Zealand will take 13 hours!
I'm hoping to sleep most of the way:) The time difference is 21 hours ahead of west coast time so I will arrive around 9am Washington time.

I want to thank everyone for their love and support. Please write me (I'll send an address when I get one) and send me emails:  gretchen.golden@myldsmail.net
I miss you already!!

Love, Sister Golden