It Seemed Like A Good Idea At The Time

Flashback to late November, and my Madison was returning to Denmark after being home for Thanksgiving. Our firstborn would be spending her first Christmas away from home, and despite our brave faces, she and I were both extremely sad and apprehensive. Enter Steve, the most amazing husband and father, who strives to ensure his family is as happy as is humanly possible. Before Madison and Nicolas left for the airport, Steve surprised us by telling us we were all going on a cruise in March! (FYI...a cruise in March is almost half the price of one in June.) And so, we were happy that even though our Christmas wouldn't be the same, we all had something to look forward to come March.

Great idea, right?

Fast forward a few months and as you may already know, we are moving.

In March. A week after the cruise.

Not that I am complaining AT ALL!

I am thrilled about the idea of spending the week with my people resting and eating.

And resting.

Could the timing be better?

Absolutely.

But, we worked overtime to be ready before the cruise, and honestly, as a good friend told me, it will feel good to leave the chaos behind for a bit.

It will be here when we return.

So.....

I'm down for a week of afternoon naps, late dinners made by someone else, and visits with our dear friend Alan, who we met on our last cruise.

My sister and my mom are helping us by staying here with our puppies, so that makes it a hundred times easier.

I will be offline for the next week, and will drop in when we return.

In the meantime, A few pictures of...

My two oldest with our older pup...

One of the books I am taking on the ship.

Because. Guilty pleasure...

And a quick one Steve snapped of the kitchen in the new house. : )

I thank you all for your kind words and best wishes.

Please know how much I appreciate your visits, and blessings for a wonderful week ahead!