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As far as lifestyle, living in a flat in the Stockbridge neighborhood of Edinburgh really suited us. Beyond the novelty and excitement of a new place, which there was and will continue to be when we return, we found ourselves quite at home. The people we met and spent time with were so very warm and friendly. The conveniences and amenities just outside the front door of our flat were wonderful. The spectacular diversity within a country smaller than the state of Virginia excited us. And the societal values, which more often tilted to the long-term greater good of all, were closely aligned with our own.
The volunteering piece was falling into place nicely. Beth had already begun two volunteer jobs and had been accepted for two additional volunteer jobs that were about to start. Mike easily managed to support a client back in the US while an ocean away, joined a wonderful hill walking club, and had applications in the works for two volunteer jobs.
Now, we will get back in the swing of life in Roanoke at a pace dictated by the coronavirus situation. And yes, as shown in the picture of us at the black-tie 100th anniversary celebration of the Roanoke Kiwanis Club taken shortly before we departed the country, we will even reunite with the rubber chickens.
We will close this blog with a quote from Khalil Gibran, best known as the author of "The Prophet," which is one of the best-selling books of all time. "Your living is determined not so much by what life brings to you as by the attitude you bring to life; not so much by what happens to you as by the way your mind looks at what happens."