My farewell gifts
As my time in the north comes to an end, I am starting a new chapter with my husband Corey with my MOVE TO TORONTO TOMORROW! Toronto will be our new home base for the time being. A new story begins; when one door closes another door opens. Adventure lies ahead (and lots of travel opportunities with Porter Airlines & Porter Escapes). Although I am saddened to leave my new job and amazing friends behind (is it an option to take them with me?), I am READY, OPEN, and EXCITED for what’s to come.
Today I am feeling blessed and thankful. Ironically, just as I am getting ready to leave the north, I finally feel as though I have found my place here—completely embraced and welcomed by the community, surrounded by loving friends, and loving the life I have created here—an exciting college teaching job, teaching yoga, travel in Northeastern Ontario, and writing opportunities. My friends gave me an incredible “new beginning” celebration with wonderful turquoise inspired yoga gifts. So thoughtful and significant. I am forever thankful–I don’t know what I would have done without them. It’s not goodbye, it’s new beginnings.
I cannot thank everyone in the community of Timmins enough for their kind hospitality, friendship, collaboration, and generosity, which has made my transition in the north that much easier. I have learned so much and will never forget my experiences. They may have long cold winters (I think spring is finally around the corner), but their warm hearts have made it easier to handle. Cheers to tomorrow!
My Turquoise Compass motto: live, dream, travel, and do yoga…I’ve done just that!
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Jessica,
Best of Luck Jess in Toronto-one of the cleanest cities I have ever been too!!! Cheryl xx
THANK YOU! I’m out of the north now! When were you last in Toronto?
Jessica, Turquoise Compass
Live, Dream, Travel, and do Yoga
We were there 4 years ago Jess-are you settled in your new place yet? xx
Awesome! It’s a very exciting city; there is so much to do and see! I don’t stop, which is probably not a surprise to you. We are not moving into our new place until May 1st, but enjoying visiting with friends. 🙂
Jessica
Great, very happy for you both Jess-keep in touch. Cheryl xx
Good luck on your future endeavours. I personally love Toronto even if I haven’t been there since 1998!
Thank you! Well, it now time to come back! There is so much to do (and eat).
Jessica, Turquoise Compass
Live, Dream, Travel, and do Yoga
Toronto is amazing, good luck with the move and all the best for your upcoming adventures x
Yes it is. We are pretty excited for this next journey and the adventures to come. When are you coming back?
Jessica, Turquoise Compass
Live, Dream, Travel, and do Yoga
I’ve got no plans to come back to Canada at the moment unfortunately. I have a friend who spends about 80% of the year travelling, I wish I could live like him so I could visit and revisit all the places I want to 🙂
Yes, it is fun to live a life on the road (I’ve done it full time and do it part time now), but there is something to be said about calling a place “home” and to be rooted there. I’ve been living out of suitcases for about 3 years; I can’t wait until the day when ALL of my stuff is in the same place! No more bouncing back and forth. Not to mention, my own bath tub would be nice too. hehe
Jessica
All the best on your new future adventures 🙂 Toronto is an awesome place I have heard and hope you have a ball there 😀
Thanks so much. I will be keeping busy that’s for sure.
Jessica, Turquoise Compass
Live, Dream, Travel, and do Yoga
I love Toronto and I’m sure you will too! Enjoy!!
Yes, I am open to what Toronto can offer us. We can’t wait.
Jessica, Turquoise Compass
Live, Dream, Travel, and do Yoga
Ohhh. Good luck. I am not good at moving and I have never really “relocated”. Cheers to you!
This is the 4th “move” in 8 months and I have been pretty much living out of suit cases for the last 3 years. When life throws you lemons…make lemonade. I make a mean lemonade!
Jessica
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