Saying Goodbye

Saying Goodbye is never easy and the whole idea of saying “See ya later” is tough when you are not sure when you will see them. When I left last time I knew I would be back in less than a month! This time around I have no idea. I may try to come up in the spring if my family can’t come to me. Though I’m sure I would have to come alone. We’ve checked our schedules, and we are hoping to get together soon, but it will probably be summer before it all happens with everyone. Our van is packed, so we ask that you pray for traveling mercies! I tried to hug everyone a little longer tonight, so that I could remember my time with them. I dread the phone call that comes from NC that says someone I love is no longer with us. Living away from your family is hard. Though I do feel that when you are away and return, you spend more quality time with them. We’ve always felt Quality over Quantity was important. I still feel that way. Though with Chris’ family we do spend each Sunday with them. I hope our kids will always remember spending Sunday afternoons with their grandparents. So as I wrap this up and wait for my clothes to finish in the washer, I will say goodnight. Here is to a great NEW YEAR! I’m excited to see what 2012 has in store!