Well, Today is the day. I’ve waited for this day for a long time. My parent’s are proud of my decision and always support my goals and I’m happy about that.
I am taking my love for writing and the ocean over to Ireland. My dad’s brother Patrick lives in Kinsale which is a popular small city along Ireland’s west coast.
My parents thought it would be a great idea to spend time and live with my uncle because I rarely saw him. I did see him on my 7th, 13th, 16th, and 18th birthdays. The other birthdays he always sent a card. It wasn’t like he was absent from my life.
“We’ll be sure to visit soon hun,” my mom said embracing me in a tight hug.
“Come here lovey! It’s going to be weird not having you around the house anymore,” my dad said in a somber but light manner.
I gave him a huge hug and fought back some bittersweet tears. This is the first time I’m leaving my family for an extended period of time.
“Lighten up you two before I start crying,” I chime in with a quiet laugh.
“I’ll have Christina while I’m over there as well don’t forget that! I’m in good hands with uncle Patrick and Christina.”
My parents gave each other a look of relief before I caught sight of the time.
“I should be getting through security guys, I love you so so much thank you for everything. It means the world, and you both know it.”
We had one last group hug as my dad light heartedly punched my shoulder.
“Be safe Olivia, we love you very much.”
Yes, my name is Olivia. I prefer Liv for short, because it’s more casual.
That being said, I made my way through security and made one last wave to my parents. I approached the waiting area and was only sat for about 20 minutes or so until the flight was called. I guess I made really decent timing.
I approached my seat and to my relief it was somewhat spacious and I had the window seat. No one sat in the middle seat, but a peculiar man dressed in a well fitting navy suit sat in the third seat over.
To pass the minutes before the flight, I took out my iPad and called Christina via Skype. Christina is my long time best friend. We’ve known each other since we were very young, and continued being friends to this day. It’s a rare thing to see nowadays.
She left for Ireland a year ago and lives with her uncle Matthew attending the same local university that I will be attending. It’s a small world between her and I.
She picked up after the 4th ring.
“Livi La Vida you’re on the plane! Finally, no more skype calls or tweets back and forth to each other! I get to FINALLY see you!” She exclaims into what seems to be her iPhone.
“I know I know! It’ll only be a couple of hours girly! I figured I’d give you a quick call before I take off.”
“Awe, well I’m happy you called. I need a break from this homework. I am swamped right now,” she sighed heavily into the phone her head falling into her hand.
“I’m glad to be the distraction then, happy to be of serv-”
“WHAT THE HELL,” the unfamiliar voice screamed.
In the background a door slams during our Skype call. I can’t see anything but I can hear everything clear as day.
“What’s wrong?!” I can see Christina’s face twist in confusion as she turns to wherever the screaming is coming from.
