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Countdown to Adventure


In twelve hours, I will be at SMF about to go somewhere and do something I've never done before. The South. A long drive alone from Atlanta to Auburn. I've had a friend recommend I get myself two souvenirs as quickly as possible: a Sweet Home Alabama t-shirt and mace...

Of course, I'm certain that the Great State of Alabama will show me its Southern hospitality. I'm excited to check out a new town and program and meet faculty and grad students! I've heard great things about Auburn, so I'm ready to explore and ultimately make a good, informed decision about where to spend the next 3-5 years of my life.

I have a lot to do tonight before I head out. I have stats to run and a poster to finish (I may finish it on the plane). Need to clean my apartment/fridge. And pack. Hmm...

I'm so ready for a few days to relax-ish, friends!

I'll be keeping this blog updated with photos and such. And yeah, I will be traveling with a gnome. Oh, yes indeed! Get pumped.

6 remarks:

Caitlin said...

Question-How big is your travel gnome?

Natalie said...

14" tall, 7" wide. He'll fit in my tote.
I'm super stoked to be in on a gnome gag.

Caitlin said...

That's rather large! I hope he has an awesome gnome name.

Natalie said...

You mean... gnome gname?

Caitlin said...

I was hoping you'd switch it to gname!

Emily said...

Sweet! I can't wait for the updates! And that is a rather large gnome (where/when did you get your travel buddy? I think I need a gnome)!