My heart is in D.C.

About twelve hours ago Andrew took Thomas to school to leave for his D.C. trip.  In many ways I had been dreading this all year.  Lately though, life has been too stressful to really focus on it.  I was amazed (and proud) of how well Thomas had managed to focus on it himself and get himself ready to go.  As soon as they pulled out of the driveway, I began counting down the hours until he would return.  I think things are always toughest when it is the youngest because he'll always be the "baby" of the family.  Even Andrew mentioned that he had a really tough time leaving him there, but he did leave before the students loaded the buses.  I know that he will have a wonderful time and it was be a wonderful experience for him.  At the same time, I will be so glad when he is sleeping under our roof again!