"better in time."

18 hours from now...i'll be at lax picking my parents up from their trip to spain and portugal. once they're back, there won't be many late nights and adventures for a long time. in fact...i don't expect to see or chill with my friends as much as i'm accustomed to. with all this in mind and for what it's worth...the past 336 hours that they've been gone have most definitely been awesome. my parents needed time away and i needed some freedom and space...even if it's temporary. i was able to chill with friends more than usual and catch up with those i haven't seen in awhile. i ate a great restaurants and celebrated birthdays in amazing ways (see the last 2 blogs). i was able to relax and go on adventures in a much simpler way than what i'm known for (and there's nothing wrong with that because it's much better this way). what i cherish most about this time is that i was reaffirmed (constantly) of the bonds i share with my friends. more than ever...i know i have found friends who will last me a lifetime and beyond. i may be spending less time with them now...but it's going to be great after i finish this nursing program next year. it doesn't get any easier to live and love, but it only gets better to do so.