halfway there but already home

two weeks ago, taher and i closed on our new home. since the moment we put those keys on our keyrings, we've both been incredibly excited about this step we've taken. we've had countless conversations about paint colors and bookshelves and decor. these past few months have certainly been a time of change in our lives.

this last week, as moving day draws closer, we've begun packing. you don't realize just how much stuff you have until you begin to pack it into boxes. it's been overwhelming and i shudder to think of ever moving again.

today, there are only three days left before we move out of the city and into our lovely chosen suburb of choice. and it strikes me that in all the flurry of moving and the excitement of having an entire home to furnish our way, i've forgotten that i'm leaving the city! perhaps forever? obviously i'll find myself downtown to visit, hopefully often. but i won't live here anymore.

the city has been a backdrop to many of my favorite memories. i'm not worried; i know there are infinite memories still waiting to be created as we settle into our new home. but it still feels very strange to leave...