August 2, 2007

  • My sister works in Minneapolis not far from that 35W bridge.  She doesn't routinely drive across it, but still - - -

    My heart aches.  We have to take things like bridges, towers, and other modern structures for granted.  Pausing to worry only impedes our ability to live in this day and age.  But when something like this happens, it's not only a horrible tragedy for the families involved, it's also a frightening reminder that we are at the mercy of forces outside our ability to predict.  It shows us that in reaching for bigger, higher, deeper, faster, and more, we increase our vulnerability to those forces. 

    I'm leaving in the morning to go get the boys.  There are still more boxes to be unpacked than have been unpacked already.  There are still tasks to be completed.  (Getting new car registration is really complicated - thank you so much Patriot Act).  But I'm ready to have my babies home. 

    They are tall enough now that they look down and call me "Little Mama" but they are my babies.  And I miss them. 

    I'll be in Oklahoma City tomorrow night, and then I'm meeting the family in Branson, Missouri on Saturday.  We have plans to take in  a couple of shows.  I have high hopes for a trip to the Outlet Mall (I haven't bought new shoes in almost a week).   And we'll be staying at the Carriage Place resort which promises to be a lovely vacation spot all on its own. 

    We had considered more strenuous vacation activities, but my brother-in-law was only released from the hospital yesterday after a horrible experience with a stomach ulcer that became infected.  AND my nephew has mono!  Not a happying situation (as Cool Mary would say).

    But so what if we have to kick it down a notch and do a leisurely type vacation.  There's no rule that says we can't have that kind of a time. 

    Right?

    Mostly, I just want my babies back.  It's been a long long summer, and I'm ready to have them home.  (Not to mention that I'm planning that they will help me finish this unpacking!)

Comments (5)

  • Be safe, have fun & let us know when you are back!

  • ha! should be an interesting vacation indeed - of the three men in my life two are running on the "turtle" setting and one is running full throttle on the "bunny" picture! me .... i just ride my scooter.

  • Have fun in Branson.

    And here's to getting your babies back. *tink*

  • I'm with you on that whole "taking things for granted" thing, but not bridges.  I have an irrational fear of driving over bridges.

    I'm picturing you giving your boys a huge hug and taking them to your new abode.  It's a pretty picture.

    Have a great weekend!

  • Hi just stopped by to say hello.. and wow.. you have a great time.. I see lots of things have been going on in your life too..
    Bright and Beautiful vacation blessings
    Chel

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