On Monday we go back to reality. It is never fun to go back to school after spring break, but with only 18 school days remaining it certainly is doable. At this point my work schedule is completely unknown, but again, whatever happens is what is going to happen and it will work out.
Thomas and Catherine ended up staying at my mom's house last night to help with Mom's dogs. Mom was gone most of the day yesterday, again during the evening, and then all day today. She was concerned about my grandmother being there with them, and I pointed out Catherine loves animals and could help out. We could even just drop her off on our way home from my in-laws. Once that was agreed upon I asked if Thomas could be there also. Mom was fine with that, so Andrew and I ended our mini-vacation last night with an evening to ourselves. It was delightful!
I think we all really enjoyed our time together, and I know my in-laws, in spite of the challenges, were grateful we wanted to spend time with them. I understand that feeling. I worry that some day my children will grow up and not want us as a part of their lives. I see it happen to others, and in many ways has happened once already. Andrew and I enjoy each other and will be happy in our life together, but there is nothing quite like family. I am grateful we have been blessed with so much extended family to bring to our kids' lives.
Tomorrow morning we have an event at church, and then Monday is back to 5AM wake ups. Only 18 more though!
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