This past weekend I had the opportunity to fly to California to watch a dear friend marry the man she loves. I love my life, but my world is usually very small - changing diapers, making dinner, paying bills. So the idea of jumping on a plane and flying across the country was a bit unnerving. Yet, I couldn't imagine not being there for Kelsey's wedding. And truth be told, it was a great chance to break out of my small world to enjoy just 36 hours in paradise.
The first book I've read in a long time that doesn't have
talking animals or brightly colored cartoons.
A surprise sighting of an uninvited wedding guest,
a beautiful whale playing just off the coast.
A beautiful bride with a look of love in her eyes.
The sun setting over Zuma Beach.
Spent the night in LAX, waiting for my early morning flight.
My ticket home!
It was a wonderful 36 hours, but I was ready to see my family again.
Meanwhile, back in Michigan...
Joe and the kids also had a fun weekend.
They made forts in the living room.
Spent some time at the library.
Made life-size portraits of themselves.
And visited with friends,
even playing some video games with the big kids.
I think Joe was surprised at our son's voracious appetite.
He even managed to give baths to all three kids.
Not an easy task. What a great guy!
For me, it really was 36 hours in paradise, but the truth is, there's no place I'd rather be than with my family. I'm so grateful to come home to them!
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