When you wish upon a star...

At work yesterday I saw a book titled "Marry Him" that was about why you should settle (yes they used this word) for Mr. Right Now.

This depressed me.

I think its pretty clear that I'm a romantic. I love to see the love story in everything. Since I was little I enjoyed watching Ariel, Belle, and Cinderella finding their true love and conquering over the villain because of the strength of that love. I clearly remember in fifth grade, when we had to do an "All About Me" report, my favorite book at the time was "A Kiss Between Friends". I'm pretty sure I was the only one who hadn't chosen a title off our reading list at random. It has, shall we say, enchanted me for my whole life: this idea of there being a perfect match for everyone. A Mr. Right for the ladies I guess.

I've also spent the last 9 years reading romance novels, so I can now pretty much see the romantic potential in any situation. But, the last 6 years of being out in the real world have also changed how I see romance and love themselves. I can clearly look at a situation and see how changing one small thing--maybe a phrase or action--can turn the moment from ordinary to extraordinary. At least, for those involved. But I can also now see how longing for the extraordinary can kill all the potential for the evolution of the ordinary. How holding out for Mr. Right, can ruin the opportunity for Mr. Right Now to evolve into Mr. Right.

I'm not saying that I don't still dream of finding that perfect someone for me, that one person the universe has decided I fit perfectly with, the Prince Eric to my Ariel as it were. But I have grown up and realize that maybe 8 times out of 10 that "Kiss Between Friends" will most likely fuck up a perfectly good friendship.

The really depressing part of seeing that book title wasn't the fact that we, as a society, have seemingly given up on our romantic ideals, but that settling for Mr. Right Now sounded like a good idea to me.

Also, I don't know what the fuck the book actually says inside.

The eagle has landed

I've already spoken to most of you, but just so you know: I'm home.

I had a fun three weeks away from the real world, but now its back to the daily grind.

And if I owe a trinket or lil people pics don't worry, i got you. The pictures will probably take about a week since I haven't even uploaded them all yet and I have about 12-15 gigs of pics to upload. So, yeah.

Anyhoo, I'm tired, so g'nite.

Sorry!

I totally forgot to give this to you guys! And apparently it would have been handy on St. Patricks Day.

If you would like to leave me a voicemail for free call:

1 888 579 0208

then enter my account number 3101476560

k, thanks.

Scotland: check!

Now I just need Ireland, England, France, Spain, and Italy.

Who will be the best?

(Wales is not included in this competition because its just so precious it seems wrong)

Travel Blog

Just so we don't get confused.

MY TRAVEL BLOG

Leaving on a jet plane!

Hello! I just wanted invite you all to join me on my European Adventure! Emily and I will be leaving in about 10 minutes and returning on March 29th. In the meantime I wanted to let you know how to contact us while we're traveling. We will have computer access some of the time so if you feel like shooting either of us an email we should get it within a couple days. Also we have an international cell phone. The number is 44-792-425-2229. If you don't have free long distance on your phone you can call 1-866-305-6462 then enter our phone number when promted and you'll be able to call us at no charge to yourself. Also, because some people have shown interest, if you'd like to add money to our phone you can do so at https://www.ekit.com/ekit/MobileRecharge, but please DON'T feel obligated if you want to call or text us. If you want to see where we've been so far and see what we've been doing, you can head over to our travel journal and follow us around Europe. Just go to http://www.statravelus.ekit.com/ekit/tj/TJM/emily_bonnie/loginf and type in the password VIDALS. We'll try to update regularly so be sure to check back often. We love you all! Thanks again! Au revoir! Ciao!

A broad abroad

Europe fast approaches! I'm so excited there is no words. To be perfectly honest what with moving and inventory at work and planning out this trip to the small details, I've been so stressed out there wasn't even room for excitement. But now that 97% of the details are ironed out and its becoming more of a reality, I CAN'T STOP SHAKING FROM EXCITEMENT!!! AAAHAHAHAHAHA!

The only things left to do is laminate the little people (to be done tomorrow), book two nights in Barcelona and 1 in Belfast (I've become quite adept at navigating hostels.com), clear my memory cards and computer (to be done Sunday), and acquire foreign currencies (to be done Monday at the airport). Our itinerary is pretty much set. I still need to copy/paste the addresses for the hostels, but aside from that its complete. Gah! I can't wait!

I also want to say a BIG thank you to all of you who have donated to my silliness! I totally appreciate the kindness and friendship you have shown me and will be repaying it I promise. I printed up my little travel buddies and CANNOT WAIT to take pictures of you all over Europe.

I'll really miss you all while I'm gallivanting for three weeks, but since I'm going to be taking my laptop along, I shall have frequent posts to share with you. Also, before I leave I will post a number where you can call and leave me free (and amusing) voicemails at your leisure and a way for you to track where we are. That way you can all enjoy it with me! Yay!

Anyhoo, for know I just want to say thanks again for being my friend. :)