I've been sitting here most of the day, pushing through the papers on my desk and longing for a nap. What is it about the gluttony and excess of the holidays? Nobody was forcing me to eat!
Mmmmmm . . . so good. I have a piece of my mother's brownie - with walnuts, just like I love them. . . and about to foul my keyboard in the most egregious fashion. (Do I care??)
I spent Easter dinner with my sister (Arrrgh!!) and 26 other people yesterday. A rare event these days, as I have learned that these gatherings are sometimes difficult for me. This was an exception.
I think it's true that absence can make the heart grow fonder. I've missed my oldest niece. She is currently undergoing treatment for cancer. I expected her to be tired and wan, but in spite of her treatment she seems to be her spunky self, if not just a little quieter. It moved me to tears to see her. I had trouble at first getting to my feet to hug her. I felt so sure that I would cry. I hate morosity. . . these days I wear it on my sleeve.
I haven't seen her children since they were little. Her daughter is beautiful and gracious, and I was drawn to her. I wanted to let her know that this auntie was proud of her accomplishments and her admission to a prestigious school. She embodies the spirit of a much loved aunt. I wonder if she has any inkling of how much she resembles this woman. (Ironic, too, since biologically, they are unrelated.)
My oldest sister was warm and loving, taking time to talk to me and share insights and opinions and hugging me many times. I've missed her, too. Too much distance unnecessarily. She was upset that we didn't have much time to talk. Talk is all we do at these mob gatherings. Unfortunately, the talk hasn't much depth and is often interrupted. I promised her that I would come back for a weekend and we would do something together.
When? I'm so busy. I love all the things I am involved with, but as some of you have noted, there a times that many things don't get attended to. I guess I'll just have to give up cleaning again.
Darn.
SHE POSTS!!!!
I can see we need to teach you how to do links, now, and it seems to me that you wanted to know how to post pictures, too. I'll see if I can write what little I know about it into a little tutorial for you.
So....I'm glad you had a good time, and that you got to see all sorts of people you haven't had the chance to see in years. It WAS a good day!
I really like the idea of getting together on Saturday to talk, and Sunday to eat...or vice versa. Heck....let's eat AND talk both days! I figure two days together is better than one.
Thank you, SO much, for the help this weekend. You and the girls were heaven-sent. I could not have possibly gotten everything on my list finished without your help. The flower arrangements were gorgeous, and the girls did a lovely job with the tables.
So....next time we meet, we can just sit back and have a good time and let someone else do all the work. Sounds good to me. You? (The wedding, remember??)
I might abdicate on the cleaning, too. I've already given over responsibility for the windows...
Why do I doubt the sincerety of your regret at having to give up cleaning, Nan??? It's wonderful that you were able to spend time with your clan. Bet the smile's still on your face. Good for you! ; )
Cop Car . . . that's "darn" with a smile, of course. And I have given up cleaning at times. I'm fortunate that my mother-in-law raised my husband right. He's capable of cooking and cleaning and usually will do most of it without complaint. (What a blessed woman I am!) I think if he were to weigh in on this subject, he might say that he'd gladly take on household duties to see me enjoy a pleasurable pastime. My general attitude is so much better, of which he is then a recipient. Smart guy, huh?!
Yes, my dear sister . . . teach me.
Maybe this weekend....
Happy Birthday!
its not as if the cleaning will run away and youll miss it if you dont do it for a while! excellent advice from my health visitor when i was tired because my son didnt sleep.
happy birthday nan!