We had a wonderful weekend with our friends, Scott and Karen, at their home near Birmingham, AL. Another friend, Rachael, flew in from VA. It was a short trip, but so good to spend some time with them. I also got to fly on an airplane, the first time in 8 years! The girls spent time doing some things around their house for them, a little shopping, and lots of laughing. Mike and Scott and Caleb, Scott's son, went hiking at a state park. They came back hot and sweaty. Mike and Caleb played lots of games together - card games, checkers, Mario 3. They were good buds.
Scott and Karen are adjusting to their life after the death of their daughter, Cassi. It is just amazing to see their faith in God through all that they have been through. And though the days are not easy, the joy and hope that they have in Christ is very evident.
Mike and I had a fun time together too. It is fun to travel without kids and be able to get treats and snacks that you wouldn't normally get if the kids were along. We had DQ peanut butter cup blizzards for supper on our way home from Chicago. That was it, except for the Mike and Ikes and Good-n-Plenties we also ate. You could never do that with kids.
It was good to get home last night. The house was picked up, the laundry was done (even the ironing from the last month), clothes were mended and the kids were in bed. Thanks so much, Mom. You are wonderful. Ian and John were still awake so we were able to get some hugs and kisses. I have been hearing stories all day of what they did with all the people who watched them while we were away. We feel blessed to have such wonderful friends and family who are willing to take care of them, so we can enjoy some time together.
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