Welcome back, me!
I swear I will do better. I can do better. A record four weeks and counting without so much as a thought of committing to a blog entry, which makes my new year's resolution pretty timely: to update the blog at a rate a little greater than once a week.
Since I enjoyed myself so much during our holiday in the US, let’s divide it into weeks, shall we?
After a smooth flight, unexpected upgrade to business class, I met my Mom, Dad, Hadi, Jess and Matt at Casey’s in Ann Arbor. American food and lots of hugs. Perfect.
The next morning, fresh from a much needed haircut and eyebrow arch, I headed to Pembrook Elementary. I was the surprise mystery reader for Sophie’s second grade class. My mom, dad and sisters all came to “see Sophie’s reaction.” Jess was worried that she wouldn’t perform. We think she did just fine. Jess captured the moment on video (the reason I am not talking in it is because I am trying really hard no to cry).
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| Surprise! It's me! |
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| I missed you! |
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| Soph and me |
Saturday we baked holiday cookies.
Molasses (freeze them, then dip them in coffee, delicious), thumbprints, spritz, Russian tea cakes and more.
It is tiring, but really, really fun.
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| Sophie, Shelby, Mom & Lynn |
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| Hadi, Shelby, Jess & Sophie |
Later that night, my lovely sisters and sister-in-law threw me a little welcome back gathering. Kim’s house is the perfect entertaining location and it was fun to see everyone and catch up (as much as you can in an evening).
Deb read my taroh cards, which made me cry (darn pregnancy). She said I value my friends and family and loyalty. She said Kyle is my champion and tries to convince me that all will always be well (he does). She said that I am struggling with what it is I am supposed to be “doing,” and I will likely always struggle with this (I am. The transition from working to not working is a little rougher than I expected). She said all is well and good and that I am surrounded by love. All true. Thanks again for the party, ladies!
Sunday night Jess decided to gamble on a snow day and she and Sophie stayed the night. I love snow days!
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| Beepa clearing the way |
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| Backyard tree |
The Kyle and Shelby Christmas visit was wonderful for all of us who missed you. Countless activities and family events were wedged into a short three weeks. It was fun to share,observe,enjoy, participate and smile...a lot. We know the financial committment to return "home" a couple of times each year is great; that makes your effort ever-so-much appreciated. Thank you for the Ridgeback Review account of this segment of your lives; it is a treasure of living life to the fullest.
ReplyDeleteNot to worry, I cried for you in Sophie's classroom just looking at the pictures! Didn't even need video... darn pregnancy hormones;)
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