Our weekend was more fun than I thought it would be

I was so tired on Saturday, and never took the time for a nap.  We had plans to travel back to our former town and see our best friends' daughter (who is also our daughter's best friend) perform in her musical.  Since she is a senior and we couldn't do many of the normal supportive things we would've done, we didn't want to miss this.  We had been told the night before that running time was about four hours.  Ugh!  I was less than enthused, but I am so very glad that we went.  It was so entertaining, and we really had a good time.  It was well after Midnight before we got home though, and I was hungry so we finally made it to bed after a snack.

Yesterday was the day the furniture was being moved into her assisted living apartment.  We were able to sleep in, but left mid-morning to head north.  We loaded my mom's vehicle and our vehicle, then unloaded them when we arrived at the new place.  I began unloading and arranging dishes, and then once the furniture arrived we began putting away other things.  I have to say, my kids were amazing.  Catherine especially took over with the drawers and other unpacking in order to get things done.  Thomas handled technical issues.  I was so grateful for their help.

We had promised the kids we were would eat at our favorite restaurant in Dayton.  Pub fries.  Oh my goodness, there is absolutely nothing like them.  We enjoyed sitting around the table and laughing with each other.  I am so very aware that none of this is guaranteed beyond this month or even this week.  Catherine could choose to go back to her apartment at any time.  I am so grateful that we have these moments.

In spite of being exhausted, I couldn't sleep last night.  I think part of it is the excitement of the end of the school year which is this week.  I am so, so grateful for a little more free time!