Embracing the Ordinary

    After a week of respite, the kids are all back.  Even though it was a welcome break from the hectic.  I missed them.  The week even seemed longer than usual.  Our summer routine of opening Popsicles, settling the occasional sibling argument, and drying wet swimsuits came to a halt.  For them it was a week of bonding between grandparent and grandchildren.  Fond memories of fishing, hiking, and swinging on the back porch until dark, will go with them for the rest of their life.  But I was so glad to see them running up the drive, arms open wide.

  Love these guys.  Holding onto everyday cause it's going by way too fast!