Bittersweet times

The house is quiet - I can't say I like it much! After having the kids home for a month or so and trying to get back in a routine seems a bit overwhelming. The hustle bustle of the wedding preparations, rehearsal, wedding, seeing all the kids going back home was a bit emotional. I really enjoyed having everyone around! I am back to work, spending time with friends, going through all my mom's things - my mind has been stretched in many directions. I pause many times during the day thinking of Nick and Jenni and how supportive they were to me when my mom was so sick and dying. Still hoping that Nate and Brooke and Emily and Ben could have been here. We know that was not in God's plan - but I was very thankful that they arrived safely after traveling so many miles. Spending time with Hudson was time I truly cherished - he was the bright spot during such a sad time. Spending time with my brother, Tim during the funeral and during Emily's wedding will be a time I will forever treasure. Crying with Pam and her family and spending time with Aunt Wilma while reliving many great memories about my mom. It was wonderful to spend time with family and friends during the wedding and share our joy with everyone who came. It was a perfect day - God is good! Even though we all wanted my mom to be there, she was, even dancing)she ended up having the best seat in the house!
Then it is time to say good-bye - see you soon - to the kids. The time we had together was wonderful and I can't wait to see them again. God brought them all to their destinations safely and for that I am truly grateful! It is wonderful that we have a God that is with always during bad times and joyful times. Christmas will be here before we know it and we can celebrate family times once again! Thanks for everyone's prayers and well-wishes during the past several weeks. I love you all!

Enjoy the pictures!