It always happens that we make our friends when we are leaving a place. I’ve found as adults, it takes 3 years to settle into a place and make friends, especially when you don’t have kids to make it happen for you. We’ve been in NH for 3 years, 10 months. So without fail, for the past year, our friendships here have blossomed.
In particular, I have my “soul sisters.” I’ve been scrapbooking with a group of ladies consistently since June. We have shared so many laughs, stories and memories, I think it is one of the things I will miss most about NH. Sorry to get all sappy on you. I’ll stop now.
Instead, I will present the third going away cake I received from my fellow scrappers. Apparently, everyone is trying to help fatten us up before we hit the trail! 
We love you Patrice. We will all keep in touch on the trail and hope and pray you settle back with us when the trip is done.