Our Visitors....

Last week my dad and his wife "R" came to visit us. (Well, they really came to support AA and her family as they went through them temple - but since we all live in the same place...). Anyway, they stayed here at my home and that was nice because if they hadn't, I might not have seen them at all! It was a rather busy week and it's hard to divide your time between 3 of your children (and their children) when there is so much going on.

My dad was able to pick up L and hold him on this visit. Last time we saw each other he couldn't pick L up at all and he needed help holding him too. This is because my dad had to have surgery on his neck and shoulder. 2 years ago he came to Utah for Ash's wedding and he was in a car accident. That accident left a lot of damage in his neck and shoulder which needed surgery to repair. So, it was a great that he was able to move and groove a little more this time around!This is just me and my sisters. Aren't we cute?!

Anyway - after my dad left on Monday I returned home and began cleaning (again). I went downstairs to get something and when I opened the basement door I was overwhelmed with the scent of my dad's cologne. For some reason this brought tears to my eyes and I just sat down there for a few minutes thinking about him and his visit. I didn't get any alone time with my dad on this trip, but the trip wasn't for me - so I understand. But as the oldest child, the one who was always expected to show responsibility and maturity - it would have been nice to go out just he and I. But then again, that's the pitfall of having 3 of us all in the same state, and so little time to spend! However, I am grateful for the few minutes of passing each day. I'm glad that I got to see him and R, to have what conversations we did have. One day they'll have to come when there is nothing to do - when they can spend a week and just go and see everything and visit with everyone! That would be great!