That’s Anita on the far right. Root friend. All of these ladies are root friends. That’s me second from left.
Right now I’m packing for an adeventure of a lifetime. I wanted to let you know I’ll be away for the rest of the month. I can’t even believe it myself.
So, last December (almost a year ago) my good friend and I hatched a plan. It was a plan that I didn’t really think would happen. Just talk. But no. We’re doing it!
As you know, my son has been living in Melbourne, Australia for the last 8 months. You may recall when I said goodbye to him. I wrote about it in Roots and Wings. He asked me if I would come and see him and honestly, the thought of an 18 hour flight scared the s***t out of me. But. My good friend, said she has always wanted to go to Australia! I didn’t even know this…how did I not know this?
Anita and I have been friends since grade two. Seriously. She had no front teeth when I first met her. Later, in Grade five, I fought Phillip Kopp to protect her. I was so mad. He pushed her and she fell and broke her front tooth! She had to get a cap. Well, no sir. No one does that to my friend. I confronted him immediately, and fought back on her behalf. I laugh today thinking of it. Something else that we laugh about, she has the most nicknames out of all of us. I have one nickname. She has about five. That’s the kind of person she is. we can make nicknames for her and she just laughs and loves it.
Well, anyhow, we hung from the apple tree in her back yard and shared secrets. Still do. Minus the apple tree.
So, off we go on an adventure of a lifetime. My son is so happy that I’ll be sharing his new city with him and I have Anita to thank for accompanying me.
I was truly daunted by the flight and travel logistics but it’s okay, we’re going to navigate this together. [ctt title=”Always value your girlfriends because they can really show up for you in the most unexpected way.” tweet=”Always value your girlfriends because they can really show up for you in the most unexpected way. @lisalisathom” coverup=”f86P1″]So, just to let you know, if I’m quiet here on the blog and social media, it’s because I’m away on an adventure. I promise to share when I return.
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San
June 26, 2018 at 5:46 pmOh goodness, Lisa, that’s amazing. Have so much fun!
Charlotte
November 30, 2017 at 3:15 pmOh, I cannot wait to hear all of the stories <3 You have been missed, girl. Also, these are the kinds of friends (and stories) you hold on to and cherish forever. What a dear friend to go on a trip to Australia with you!!! LOVE!!! Also how cute that you defended her honor back when? You are adorbs 🙂
lisa
December 1, 2017 at 12:35 pmAw, thanks Charlotte. The time went so fast. I will write a post about it. It was beautiful there!! Yes, she is a dear friend who I can always count on. We were in fifth grade haha!
Kimberly @ Caffeinated Reviewer
November 29, 2017 at 7:26 pmHave an awesome time on your trip. Relax, recharge and feed your soul 🙂
lisa
November 30, 2017 at 11:23 amThanks, Kim. It was amazing now I’m back to the routine. Seems like I never left, LOL.
Cathleen Townsend
November 28, 2017 at 11:18 amI hope you have a terrific adventure! 🙂
lisa
November 28, 2017 at 2:50 pmThank you, Cathleen. It was an amazing trip! Trying to recover from jetlag now. 🙂
Chrys Fey
November 27, 2017 at 8:54 amThat is awesome! It would be neat to visit Australia. Have fun and tell us all about it when you come back.
lisa
November 27, 2017 at 8:53 pmHey Chrys, well, I’m back and it was amazing! I will hopefully share some pics here at the blog.
Kimberly
November 20, 2017 at 12:07 pmSince grade two….oh this is what I wish for my son. My sister will always be my best friend but I don’t have a best friend outside of family.
Cherish this – I know you will.
I’m so happy for you. THis makes me happy beyond happy xoxo
lisa
November 22, 2017 at 2:38 pmI’m sure he will have friends from primary school for life. There are distances but we tend to find each other again. It’s been a wonderful trip! Thanks, Kim. I think it’s so nice you and your sister are best friends <3
Mabel Kwong
November 14, 2017 at 1:39 amHope you have the adventure of a lifetime, Lisa! Melbourne, my part of the world! Currently the weather is amazing, sunshine and warmth 🙂 I do hope your son likes his time here and so do you. It does sound like you and Anita are peas in a pod. Very brave and nice of you to defend her – and maybe you still do that today 😀 Agree that friends is about life. Nothing like a good friend who you can be honest with and got your back. Safe travels <3
lisa
November 15, 2017 at 4:22 pmHi Mabel, it really has been amazing! The beauty here is breath taking. I will email you as it would be sweet to meet for a coffee or something. Our friendship is surviving the travels haha!
Jane Thrive
November 13, 2017 at 4:05 pmLove, love, and more love!!!! Only wish you were stopping over in Hawaii on the way there or the way back! <3 <3 <3
p.s. i hitchhiked and camped in Australia for two months ago in my former lifetime–before kids, before marriage the whole nine yards. Have a FABULOUS TIME! 🙂
lisa
November 15, 2017 at 4:20 pmI also wish I was stopping over in Hawaii! I am kicking myself for not planning it that way. Wow, I’m impressed, Jane. Did you love it? I’m loving Melbourne and the countryside.
Tamara
November 11, 2017 at 6:01 pmAMAZING. I’m petrified of long flights but I did Alaska which was about 9 hours from here. So I say if you can somehow break it up in the middle of the world somewhere? Bonus.
lisa
November 12, 2017 at 3:14 pmYes, that’s a good idea. We did it though and it wasn’t too bad. Shout out to Qantas Air here 🙂 your Alaska trip was adventurous!
Christine Carter
November 8, 2017 at 2:25 pmAHHH!!! I am SO EXCITED for you!! This is just perfect. I LOVE that you have Anita (and the other besties too) in your life and how amazing she has always wanted to go! PERFECT.
You two have a blast together and enjoy every minute with your son! We will miss you!!
lisa
November 12, 2017 at 3:12 pmThanks, Chris! It’s been wonderful so far!
Tina Frisco
November 7, 2017 at 3:46 pmHave a blast, Lisa! You so deserve it 🙂 ♥
https://tinafrisco.com/2017/11/07/smorgasbord-posts-from-your-archives-what-is-success-by-tina-frisco/
lisa
November 12, 2017 at 3:11 pmThank you so much, Tina! It’s been a blast thus far. A beautiful city!
Jeri
November 7, 2017 at 9:45 amWow! I’m so happy for you and jealous too. Have fun Down Under 🙂
lisa
November 7, 2017 at 10:03 amThanks, Jeri! It’ll be an adventure 🙂
Elisa Fisher
November 6, 2017 at 9:00 pmHave an Amazing Trip both of You!
lisa
November 6, 2017 at 9:58 pmThanks, Elisa! Nice to see you here 🙂
Ellen Shook
November 6, 2017 at 7:06 pmThis sounds like so much fun! I would love to see Australia, and in particular Melbourne, so you must take lots of photos and notes. Have fun!
lisa
November 6, 2017 at 9:58 pmThank you, Ellen! I will post a pic or two on instagram 😀
Balroop Singh
November 6, 2017 at 7:48 amI know you are going to have a wonderful time in Australia Lisa. Love your friend, she is a gem! Enjoy and don’t worry about a long flight. Just read a good book, drink wine and sleep! I know long flights too well. 🙂 Bon voyage dear friend. Hope you pop in to share a nice pic…would wait for all the stories. Love and hugs.
lisa
November 6, 2017 at 5:22 pmThanks, Balroop. Feeling a little nerves but I guess it’s the anticipation of the long journey. Yes, she is a gem. I’ll share a pic or two!
Marie Kléber
November 6, 2017 at 7:35 amHave a wonderful trip Lisa! Friends are precious…
Enjoy the time with your loves ones!
Can’t wait to read all about this adventure.
lisa
November 6, 2017 at 5:21 pmThank you, Marie! Yes, friends are the wine of life. xxoo
dgkaye
November 5, 2017 at 9:50 pmWow! Now that’s exciting! Have a fabulous time Lis. Looking forward to hearing all about it! 🙂
lisa
November 6, 2017 at 7:08 amThanks, Deb! I’m beyond excited. Just packing now. Edit, edit, edit… 😛
dgkaye
November 6, 2017 at 8:04 pmHave a fab time my friend! <3
lisa
November 6, 2017 at 9:58 pm<3 <3 <3