forgive me while I wax sentimental

Next week, I am heading home to Washington for ten whole days. My best friend of 15 years is getting married to the guy of her dreams, in our hometown. Being the maid of honor in this wedding is something I have looked forward to for a very long time.

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I'm going back to the land where this...

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... is considered perfectly normal.

I am so excited.