tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.comments2012-06-07T18:37:58.874-07:00Lost on PurposeStephhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07309158635599162901noreply@blogger.comBlogger204125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-58528225700409763902012-06-07T18:37:58.874-07:002012-06-07T18:37:58.874-07:00I'm glad you're home, and so glad that it ...I'm glad you're home, and so glad that it was such a wonderful trip for you! It was great that you shared your experience with all of us through your blog. You handled this trip beautifully and with strength. You were simply awesome! Welcome Home, Steph!Tesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08578007275277055373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-6711755730384132892012-05-24T16:10:24.950-07:002012-05-24T16:10:24.950-07:00Wow! This month seems to have flown by for me! I c...Wow! This month seems to have flown by for me! I can only imagine how quickly it went for you!<br /><br />You know what you've done? You have left this blog wide open for a sequel! You will just have to start planning your next European adventure and "Lost on Purpose II"!<br /><br />Safe travels tomorrow,Steph! It will all go smoothly! You're comin' home! Enjoy these last few hours and just wallow in all of the wonderful memories!Tesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08578007275277055373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-745600944350574412012-05-24T16:05:19.270-07:002012-05-24T16:05:19.270-07:00Bon Voyage! Have a wonderful trip home Steph &...Bon Voyage! Have a wonderful trip home Steph & give us an update when you settle in. Love you so much!<br />Kiwi<br />XXXOOOAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-8145778267711819182012-05-24T15:57:46.745-07:002012-05-24T15:57:46.745-07:00Shouldn't that be "Enough Knickers"?...Shouldn't that be "Enough Knickers"? :-)Tesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08578007275277055373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-67352717733303541442012-05-24T15:46:25.077-07:002012-05-24T15:46:25.077-07:00My gosh...I can't believe you're almost do...My gosh...I can't believe you're almost done! Safe travels! Eat that last delicious European thing and take one last picture! You've accomplished so much!Brian Schroederhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05584475172344913416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-78082626366705589552012-05-24T12:39:18.929-07:002012-05-24T12:39:18.929-07:00I have a short lay over in Chicago -- Just a coupl...I have a short lay over in Chicago -- Just a couple hours, then a one hour flight into La Crosse - I should get in about 6:45 so not too bad!!!<br /><br />And thanks for reading! There wouldn't have been a point to this without you! Thanks for all the well-wishing and love!!! <br /><br />Love you tons!!Stephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07309158635599162901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-47481096555805944432012-05-24T12:29:36.181-07:002012-05-24T12:29:36.181-07:00What a nice way to spend your last day! It always...What a nice way to spend your last day! It always is nice when you have everything all packed and ready so you don't have that to think about.<br /><br />Do you stop in New York or somewhere else?? I would assume you have lay-overs but I don't know.<br /><br />Please continue to be safe and lots of love and good wishes coming your way. Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for sharing your trip with us! What a privilege it has been to be able to see it through your eyes!<br /><br />Lots of love!<br />AmisAmishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03789095906809414913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-72551112718547427132012-05-24T07:44:25.183-07:002012-05-24T07:44:25.183-07:00Yay, yay, YAY! Glad you had a nice relaxing day!
...Yay, yay, YAY! Glad you had a nice relaxing day!<br />I'd want to get to the airport early, too. Helps settle the nerves a bit when you're not quite sure how long it's going to take.<br /><br />I hope you get out and enjoy just a bit of your last day. Wow...LAST day!<br /><br />As always, stay safe and lots of love coming your way!<br />Smooch!Amishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03789095906809414913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-85632194841103036452012-05-23T05:46:29.665-07:002012-05-23T05:46:29.665-07:00I'm laughing with you on this! I guess I shoul...I'm laughing with you on this! I guess I should maybe start putting up a warning sentence at the beginning - "MAY CAUSE TEARS." I have no idea what or when I write that it's going to happen -- though I did tear up a bit myself when writing this last post. It's hard to share a lot of it, but it's so important to the points I try to make. <br /><br />It's funny now because with so much of it, I just refused to let the bad take over, because I refused to have 5 miserable weeks and spend a lot of money on misery. I decided to enjoy it instead. <br /><br />I can't wait to see you! It's going to be great to share all of the pictures and stories!Stephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07309158635599162901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-5000613264216307852012-05-23T05:42:52.713-07:002012-05-23T05:42:52.713-07:00Oh, it was great to spend a day with someone! It w...Oh, it was great to spend a day with someone! It was weird though, because I swear, if I wasn't looking at her, she sounded just like Nicole. It was the freakiest damn thing. <br /><br />Can't wait to see you guys this summer! Love you too!Stephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07309158635599162901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-87706129799554581222012-05-23T05:41:33.882-07:002012-05-23T05:41:33.882-07:00"Mind the gap between the platform and the tr..."Mind the gap between the platform and the train!" Haha! I love this! So true!<br /><br />I can't wait to see you either! It's going to be fantastic to share all of this, especially with you, since you've done it too!Stephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07309158635599162901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-34263681541367611602012-05-22T17:04:48.896-07:002012-05-22T17:04:48.896-07:00Okay, so I was sitting in a Chinese restaurant in...Okay, so I was sitting in a Chinese restaurant in downtown La crosse waiting for my two 'to go' dinners and thought "hmmmm... I have a few minutes...I'll see if Steph posted any thing new." I'm pleasantly surprised to see you did! I giggle at your title and innocently jump into your blog with both feet. Suddenly I 'm fighting tears, my nose is running, my face is turning blotchy and the waitress tentatively brings my little brown bag with my food because she probably thinks I 'm a loony tune and just wants me to leave quickly!<br /><br />It must be the mama in me that is so moved by your words and hearing what an amazing, enlightening experience this has been for you! It's so cool that you have made it more tha just a vacation. You have allowed it to become a life-changing and rewarding experience! You could have allowed it to get the best of you and you could have had a bad attitude because of some of the stressful and difficult times. But you didn't! You embraced every bit of this trip (borh the good and the bad) and made it into a growing, beautiful experience! You should be VERY proud of yourself!Tesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08578007275277055373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-30148085273780064962012-05-22T16:39:15.622-07:002012-05-22T16:39:15.622-07:00Awesome! Haha, hearing the words "Covent Gard...Awesome! Haha, hearing the words "Covent Garden" and "Picadilly Circus" gave me a flashback of riding the Metro in London and hearing the announcement, "Next stop: Covent Garden." Thanks for that! <br /><br />Great job being so strong on this trip! You're really courageous and I can't wait to hang out and talk about it more!Brian Schroederhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05584475172344913416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-29680184067995394542012-05-22T15:39:54.298-07:002012-05-22T15:39:54.298-07:00Loved, loved, LOVED your post today! Sounds like ...Loved, loved, LOVED your post today! Sounds like another amazing day!<br /><br />The changing of the guards had to be super cool! And that millenium bridge looked neat, too! So many amazing things to see and lots to take in.<br /><br />So happy you found a companion to spend the day with. It's always nice to talk with someone about what you're seeing and they can point out things you might miss otherwise.<br /><br />You sound rested and happy....I'm SO glad to hear it.<br /><br />Continue to stay safe!<br />Lots of love,<br />AmisAmishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03789095906809414913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-51074127299090961062012-05-22T15:26:06.568-07:002012-05-22T15:26:06.568-07:00The count down has begun! Hope you make some reall...The count down has begun! Hope you make some really great memories these last couple of days Steph!<br /><br />Love you so much<br />KiwiAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-53203315923678686292012-05-22T11:37:34.734-07:002012-05-22T11:37:34.734-07:00I just asked my wonderful brother to take me off w...I just asked my wonderful brother to take me off work for that weekend, but no matter what I'll find a way to meet up with you. I can't wait to actually TALK about my trip with everyone and show you more pictures! Can't wait to see you!Stephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07309158635599162901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-81340582199176769142012-05-21T19:27:32.774-07:002012-05-21T19:27:32.774-07:00Amazing. I'm so glad you're seeing what yo...Amazing. I'm so glad you're seeing what you wanted to see in London! <br /><br />Sometimes alleys are just the thing you should explore! How cool that you found the alley and the Temple church! <br /><br />Enjoy the Changing of the Guards. It's so royal and fancy, you'll really like it! Definitely worth waking up early for! <br /><br />Enjoy your last few days! ALSO, I'll be in the La Crosse area on the weekend of June 16th, so we should plan to get together!Brian Schroederhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05584475172344913416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-19737704041369328702012-05-21T02:30:18.425-07:002012-05-21T02:30:18.425-07:00It's great that you and every one else has so ...It's great that you and every one else has so much confidence in me because half of the time here, I feel like I have none :) I feel like I'm just stumbling through it most of the time, getting lucky when things go right. <br /><br />I'm glad that this is normal and you can totally understand everything, because sometimes it feels stupid to have these meltdowns (for no good reason, usually). But yes, I feel refreshed afterward. The Reboot! LOL! Thanks for everything! You rock too!Stephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07309158635599162901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-11973201996348940872012-05-21T02:25:21.878-07:002012-05-21T02:25:21.878-07:00Thanks guy! Yesterday turned out to be good! It wa...Thanks guy! Yesterday turned out to be good! It was good to get out and occupy my mind and get over the fear!<br /><br />I know I would have regetted it if I hadn't! Thanks for the continued support and prayers! I know they've been helping!Stephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07309158635599162901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-52604636285498917402012-05-21T02:22:47.086-07:002012-05-21T02:22:47.086-07:00Oh my gosh! When I saw that you responded right aw...Oh my gosh! When I saw that you responded right away I gave such a huge sigh of relief - I was practically hyperventilating with stress and even though mom couldn't do anything, I knew I'd feel better if I could communicate with her. <br /><br />Seriously, I thought for the longest time that Tower Bridge was London Bridge. You say "London Bridge" to most people and I'm sure the plain one is not the one that pops into mind.<br /><br />Thanks again for everything Tess! You've been amazing!Stephhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07309158635599162901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-30193054846788021702012-05-20T21:02:56.299-07:002012-05-20T21:02:56.299-07:00Way to go, pushing through that anxiety! I remembe...Way to go, pushing through that anxiety! I remember having a similar moment with Big Ben, when I realized that it was something I thought I would never see and THERE IT WAS. I'm so happy that you're out there, seeing all these amazing sites. From now on, you'll always remember that moment on the bridge, when you saw those iconic buildings and heard the bell ring. Congratulations! You have a memory very few people back here in the Midwest have! <br /><br />Beautiful pictures. Rock on with your bad self.Brian Schroederhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05584475172344913416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-62617385156271696312012-05-20T20:57:45.902-07:002012-05-20T20:57:45.902-07:00Meltdowns happen. I'm so happy you got through...Meltdowns happen. I'm so happy you got through it, but I also knew that you would. They're pretty necessary in crazy times like this...even if you feel a little fragile afterwards, you're refreshed. It's like a fresh reboot. :) <br /><br />You rock.Brian Schroederhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05584475172344913416noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-69892978739291043202012-05-20T18:24:02.638-07:002012-05-20T18:24:02.638-07:00Yay, Steph!!! You overcame your fears and went ou...Yay, Steph!!! You overcame your fears and went out and had a fabulous day! I LOVE the pics and you're all decked out in London gear! It looks wonderful! <br /><br />I'm so happy you got out there and saw such incredible things!!<br /><br />Enjoy, enjoy, ENJOY these last few days! I'm hoping since you're staying put for the last leg you'll feel more and more comfortable each day and it'll end on a positive note!<br /><br />Continue to stay safe and lots of love coming your way!<br />Smooches!<br />AmisAmishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03789095906809414913noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-4069662567865711542012-05-20T17:31:44.665-07:002012-05-20T17:31:44.665-07:00I'm just happy that I was on Facebook right at...I'm just happy that I was on Facebook right at that moment that you sent me the message! :-) I was ready to drive to La Crescent and find your mom if she didn't answer my text right away! But she got it and was home. Yay! <br /><br />I'm so happy that today was a good day for you!! You took some awesome photos! I love the one with you and Big Ben!<br /><br />You're right about London Bridge. Go ahead and fall down, London Bridge! :-)<br /><br />Enjoy these last few days to the fullest!Tesshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08578007275277055373noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-950379180902115496.post-42057776916305153192012-05-19T22:19:15.006-07:002012-05-19T22:19:15.006-07:00so with out being anaylitical but yet the same thi...so with out being anaylitical but yet the same this is seperation anxiety and the real purpose of your trip an dthat is to get reborn to a different life <br />SO NOW YOU HAVE MEMORIES (i LIKE IT BY ELAINE PAGE) and you can now go to the heavenly side layyer <br />You ar enot silly <br />you are who <br />you and you will beet yourself at the other end so do call Johannas number just for a chat <br />you also may be suffering from niw daily undies syndrom so watch that<br />share some with a friend<br />just random thoughts and thought that are random <br />take care and do let people know when your comming home in advance just do not shower for the next week<br />Take glassware have a grand day <br />do look on the english map at Farnham England so take carejackhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00881171859378838959noreply@blogger.com