Day two was smooth with IT setup, paperwork, conference prep, and meeting new colleagues.

Bonus, got to check out Panera for the first time.

Today was orientation day. I was impressed with our onboarding and hospitality training. Such a welcoming atmosphere to officially start our Fellows program.

Today we explored the beautiful meadows, shared meals, played cards, did yoga, and then...

I needed my tick key

Got to see one of Longwood Gardens famous fountain shows tonight with my fellow Fellows. It was pretty magical!

Living in a dream! It's so beautiful here at Longwood Gardens. I almost can't believe that I get to live and work here for the next year.

@longwoodgardens.bsky.social

Arrived safe and sound. Exhausted and excited to begin this new chapter.

#LongwoodFellows

Still doesn't quite feel real but here I am in Pennsylvania with only 3.5 hours left to drive. I'm grateful for vacuum seal bags and my amazing partner for fitting a year's worth of stuff into my car!

Someone wants to come with me... I'm going to miss him ❤️

#bernedoodle

Audiobook for the drive.
This is on the reading list for my program and it seems appropriate to listen to on my journey to a new learning adventure.

Packing still in progress...
Departure in 24 hours.

#adventures #LifelongLearner #PennsylvaniaHereICome

Busy week packing and prepping to go to Longwood. On Monday, I did make time to ride my 25+ km in support of youth mental health.

tinyurl.com/JennJackRide

#jackdotorg #jackride #youthmentalhealth

Only one week to go before I journey to Pennsylvania for an incredible year of learning and growth @longwoodgardens.bsky.social as a Longwood Fellow.

Packing for one year is a challenge...not to worry I have the essentials already packed.

Giving winter a bit of love 🩵❄️
Resting after a good ski together.

#bernedoodle #winter #snowdog

Of course pup is my first post