last minute jitters

The nerves for my trip are starting to kick in right about now.. while I'm sitting at the airport waiting for the first leg of my journey to begin. I think that's just because I don't really know what to expect so I'm only focusing on what I'm going to leave behind or miss out on back home. Once I'm all settled I know I'll be fine, and the year will most likely go by in a heartbeat! 

I've been getting some bon voyage cards, a cookie cake, and not to mention great tips and mom advice from all around! Even if I roll my eyes (my own mom's favorite piece of advice - beer has a lot of calories!) I really do appreciate it, thanks!