No, that's not a type-o in the title...I'm a lucky woman, I have three suns to brighten my galaxy. Yesterday, Evan left to visit the east side of our big state and spend time with some of his pals before heading back to the base. He was going to also visit with his Grandfather and drop off a gift from his tour overseas.
We decided it would be a nice thing to do, to take the journey with him. So, even after Michael drove 680 miles in two days for a business meeting, we hopped in the Santa Fe and made the journey. The tripometer turned over 1000 miles about 20 miles from home. That's a lot of driving in 72 hours!
It was fun to be on the road with Evan's car following along. Now, that takes a great deal of restraint on the part of my boy because he has a 400 horse power GTO, and well, he could have been in Hanover by the time the Santa Fe was out of the driveway. Okay, that might have been a slight exaggeration, but only slight.
I look at it this way, we saved him from getting a speeding ticket. We are good parents.
Dad Frock was delighted to see us. Even Rory & Fiona were part of things as they ran out on his tiny balcony and announced to the world that a Frock reunion was in session. Sister-in-love Theresa was there and friend Joan stopped by, too.
Some laughs, sharing of stories and adventures and it was back in the car to head west again.
But, not before I gave Evan a big hug and told him how wonderful it was to have him home with us for a short while.
Today, as Michael and I go about various chores that "need done," as they say here in Western PA, (for some reason the words, to be are never used here,) the house seems a great deal more quiet and less lived in.
Yes, some people leave a big hole in their leaving. It must be a sign of how much they mean to you and how much love is shared. It leaves you more than a little blue, but you know you're lucky to feel the blues.
Safe travels there and back again, my Boychic!
Namaste' Till Next Time,
Holly aka WSM, aka A Member in good standing of the Frock Club
3 comments:
AWWWW...Glad you had some family time! That's the best!
Sounds like it would have been a fun time Holly, he must of used restraint to not pass you on the road. lol. I am missing my family today too. My Mom is finally being moved into her own place today with the help of my two sisters and their families...so I am wishing I could have been there...I think I am going to go visit next week. Glad you and Michael have some time together. Hugs.
Despite all that driving, it sounds like some true "quality" family time for you and yours, Holly. I'm happy for you.
Safe travels to Evan.
xo jj
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