Hello all! I haven't been around much for a while now. I haven't stopped thinking about you all, just been super busy, including playing hostess to a couple sets of guests.

First my mom and younger sisters came up here - rather not talk about it, then my lovely sister-in-law and niece stayed with us for 2 weeks. We just said goodbye yesterday and the atmosphere around here is quite subdued - the dog included. We had a really great time, except for when the two older cousins were trying their best to argue and annoy. Things seem so quite and empty around here now. It's going to take an adjustment to get back to the way things were.

It was awesome to get to know my SIL, or exquisite flower, as some of you know her, better. This is the most time we have been able to spend together in one consistent time and it left me knowing that I am indeed blessed to have the family I have. This was also the first time she was able to meet my youngest - outside my belly - and I believe they both left a lasting, good impression on each other. It is my hearts desire that it just won't be another handful of years before we see each other face-to-face again. 

Cheers to all!

Signing off.

-Philosopher13