Come Sail Away

This morning Mom left with Aunt Annie, Aunt Angie, and Aunt Pri to take a cruise in the Caribbean. That's leaving Dad with all the kiddos for a week (please pray for me!). But, we've got a lot in store for the kids so I'm sure the time will pass fast. In the meantime, the kiddos wanted to show their feelings..

Gus made a card for Mom and his aunts, but the attached candy is clearly marked "the candy is for mom". The inside has two big hearts and reads "Have Fun".

Beedle drew a large heart and had GiGi dictate "Dear Mom, I'm having so much fun with Dad." (He wrote that about 30 minutes after she left. He's such an optimist!)

Gracie chased after the car, crying, as it was pulling out of the driveway. For Mom? No, she didn't want her Aunt Pri to leave her..."for a whole week" she complained.

And as for James, he says he's moving on. (Ironically he looks like a hopeless drunk holding a bottle). He'll be sad. He'll cry (because that's what babies do), but he'll be OK.

As for me, I'll be honest, I'm a little scared. But I've been an apprentice for too long. It's about time I step up to the plate. Face the music. Sample the buffet. (You come up with any metaphor you deem appropriate). I'm excited. I'm looking forward to Saturday. I'll miss Mom. But this is a tremendous opportunity for growth. Like Beedle, I will be an optimist this week, too.