Quality Time

It’s Sunday night and I just returned from a trip Up North to see my Dad and Step-Mom. After a quick visit with them and being on the road for almost three hours, it’s good to see how much everyone at home missed me! The dogs went crazy, the cats acted like they didn’t even know I was gone, and Josh and Tom seemed happy and relieved (respectively.)

Jill, me, Dad 💕

Tom offered to stay home with Josh so I could have some quality time with these two people who I love so much, and I’m immensely grateful for that. For me, it’s a quick break from being “on” all the time. For many years I never realized how important that was, no matter what well-meaning people tried to tell me.

Even though I was only there for about 24 hours, this trip was a much-needed recharge. It helps that they live in the middle of nowhere. It’s quiet and peaceful, surrounded by woods and wildlife. There isn’t even cell service.

We laughed, we cried, we stayed up talking until way past my normal bedtime. I got tons of gardening tips from Jill- and boy, do I have a lot of work to do! You might not believe this but while I visiting with Jill as she watered her garden, I found five 4-leaf clovers. I took this pic, because I knew they’d never make it all the way home to my “book.” This makes numbers 13-17 for the year!

In a few days, I’ll write more in-depth about vacationing with Josh, and what went into the decision for Tom and Josh to stay home. I’ll share some real talk about the struggles we’ve had over the years.

Hope everyone has a great week!🍀

We bought a used Prius last Fall. I’m so glad we have it!