And in the end

As our summer here comes to a close (5 more sleeps) I can't help but reflect on the last 5 months and think about all the things I have loved here and the things I am happy to kiss goodbye.

I've made a little list-

things I will miss

• the girls - I LOVE the ladies I get to spend every summer with, I wish they all lived right in my backyard
•  living close to family I don't get to see often enough, this summer has been awesome to spend so much time with them
• the gym just one floor above me - I'm afraid my physical fitness is going to take a serious turn for the worse
• my PVR, seriously, how did I ever live without one?
• the AMAZING view from our apartment windows
• our en suite bathroom
• the fireplace in our living room, it's beautiful and warm 
• super friendly Edmontonians and this beautiful city in general
• Chantal's neighbors - let's just say they sure kept us entertained

things I will not miss

• the crappiest dishwasher in the world. I have to basically wash the dishes before and after I use it, I'm not sure why I even bother
• carrying children, strollers, carseats, and groceries up stairs and through 2 sets of elevators
• the smells on my floor - we have some interesting cooks around here
• this carpet that shows everything!!
• having to stuff our garbage down a tiny shoot, and trying to do it really fast while I'm holding my breath!
• not having a vehicle (let alone a husband) for the majority of the time

So besides packing up and cleaning my entire house (I've got the stove done, that's a start right?) I'm ready to head home BUT I'll sure miss it here, this has been a fantastic summer for us and I have truly fallen in love with Edmonton.