This past weekend will definitely be remembered as one of my favorites. So many things filled my heart with much gratitude and joy.
I picked Catherine up from school Thursday afternoon. I was so excited to have her around for a few days as it had been four weeks since she had been home! Thomas had band practice that evening, but we planned some cake and fun after he was finished. Unfortunately, the "he hit a parked car" incident happened, but we still enjoyed our evening together.
On Friday, Andrew and Thomas had to be at the football game, so Catherine and I picked up her best friend to stay overnight with us. We met half way, and it was nice to chat with her mom for a minute before driving home. I adore her best friend who has been a part of our life for so many years. She is a senior now and has matured into a fabulous young lady. I so enjoyed having her around, and again, it made my heart so full that someone adores my daughter so very much. I also appreciate that because Catherine can drive, I could let her go pick up the pizzas and the doughnuts!
Saturday morning Andrew was up and wanted to go car shopping. With Thomas's little mishap Thursday evening, it reminded us that we really needed to get working on replacing Andrew's car. I didn't feel the need to go, and I was going to need to return Catherine's best friend, so I just hung out at the house working on chores. Andrew purchased a very nice Honda Accord. I love Hondas, although I don't love his specific car. It's a little sportier than I think we need at our age, but I am so happy that he loves his car. He is feeling guilty about how loaded it is, but I am glad that he has a car he likes. As my mother said, he has worked hard, and we have the money right now. And I'm so glad that is done. Of course, the car lot was an hour away and he had to leave the vehicle in which he arrived there, so...
Saturday evening, we were invited over to a bonfire with some of the baseball coaches. They are kind of part of our "social bubble", and with things that happening with school they needed some time to vent. It is always wonderful to see them! I was grateful that Catherine was home to hang out with Thomas.
Yesterday was a big day for Catherine as she did some major "adulting." She's been wanting a vehicle, and since she now has a job where she might work until Midnight, Andrew and I decided it was a good idea. We were going to let her use our "kids" car. She was fine with it, although a little less fine since the driver's side mirror is held on with bright green duck tape. It also meant we were back to two cars, which was less than desirable for us as well with school beginning in-person. Andrew took her to a car lot, and she found a very cute car that is a good fit for her. Her first major purchase in life! She is also learning how the savings account that can seem to have a very significant amount of money can be drained very quickly. We were concerned about her taking it to school until we had the insurance all set up. However, her classes aren't until this afternoon. I told her if she wanted to stay over again last night it could probably all get handled this morning, and she could take her vehicle. She was thrilled, and honestly so was I! I loved having her around for another evening. Andrew had made a meatloaf dinner for some friend's parents who are recovering, and he made another one for us. It was so wonderful to have all four of us sitting around the table for a Sunday dinner. It was also very helpful in that Catherine was able to make the hour's drive with me to retrieve the car Andrew left at the car lot Saturday.
Our family has a busy week this week, although I do have Friday off work. I am very tired today and know it's probably only going to get crazier, but my heart is so very full. It was such a great weekend. I am so grateful how well our family works together as a team, and I'm so grateful Catherine came to spend some time with us. This weekend will truly be great memories for me!
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