well, you know how i get after family partys.

yes i love my family.

they didnt bombard me with questions they just asked what nathan is like, and made it clear that they are worried about me.

i also promised that i would at least email them to tell them when i'm leaving.

yeah, those people right there, they are amazing. and i need them. i forget that sometimes.

and i know i'll never break ties with them, its not an option. too much blood in common.

little annie is getting so big, and i really see the future in her. and susan is so pregnant, due in may, may 19th- annie will be a big sister. i'll be sure to get notified.

and i know that i'll see them all again.

soon too. in april for annie's birthday.

but i mean after that. when i go to washington.

i'll see them again. even if it takes years. i will email them constantly to learn whats up in their lives and let them know whats up in mine.

and i so can't wait to share nathan with them, share them with nathan.

it was almost like he was here celebrating with us when he called. it was so good.

thank you. whoever put me in this family. thank you.

Ali said it at 6:43 p.m..