Good to be Home

It has been a long time since I have sat down and recorded some of what is keeping us so busy. 

This past weekend I traveled BY MYSELF back to Wisconsin.  I emphasize the 'by myself' because leading up to the weekend I was overwhelmed and frazzled by my kids.  I love my kids dearly but sometimes a break is nice...if you know what I mean.  Kyle, being the great husband that he is, took care of the kids from Friday morning till Tuesday afternoon.  I owe him big time:)
 

His initial response

My main reason for heading to WI was a surprise 60th birthday party that my family had been planning for my dad.  There were so many lies that were told to keep everything a secret, like while I was sitting in the Philadelphia airport and telling my dad that I was at home.  Nerve-wracking...I'm not a comfortable lier. 

As my mom brought my dad to Door County for the day family and friends were feverishly getting their home ready for a party.  74 people were there when they got home yelling "SURPRISE"  as they walked in the garage.  It was great and he was so surprised.  We all got to share about him and many special things where said.  He was overwhelmed with the love that everyone shared. 

We know it is spelled wrong:)

The party was on Saturday evening and then the rest of the time in Green Bay was very laid back and relaxing.  My mom and I spent a bit too much time having a Downton Abbey marathon and shopping.  It was a great trip and it was great to be home...but when Tuesday came I was ready to get home. 

Some of the people who shared in celebrating

It is crazy that after a short two months away home is a completely different place.  How after only two months it feels normal to come back to Roanoke. God has definitely blessed us in making Roanoke feel like home.