Wouldn't you know it? The temperatures went above 50 for the first time since December 27th and we're leaving to go home to Hawaii. While I packed and organized our things, Art "Papa" took KC for a walk around the village since the temperatures were finally comfortable enough (for Chicagoans).
Poor Tif and KC. We leave the house to return to Hawaii tomorrow morning at 5:30 AM and Ed leaves for a three week business trip on Monday. Ironically, part of his trip involves being in Hawaii which won't be fun since he'll be up to his ears in work in order to return to Chicago quickly. KC has gotten so used to constant, undivided attention that it will probably be difficult at first.
I'm so busy that I can't think about how painful it will be to say goodbye for the last time. I hold her and kiss the top of her downy head and there's a sharp prick to my heart. But I can't think about this now. That will happen tomorrow...
Sounds like a definite 'wave the white hankie' departure is imminent. Good thing you have the computer that you can see each other and communicate that way. When is the next planned visit?
ReplyDeleteOh Kay, thank heavens for e-mail and being able to send photographs the minute they're taken! It's no substitute for baby hugs and kisses, I know, but hopefully the days will fly until you see her again.
ReplyDeleteOr maybe you could smuggle her out in your suitcase?
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Yeah, I have these departures every time my oldest stepson is home for a few weeks and then leaves. He brings so much life to the house and it's so sad when I drop him off at the airport... I always swear I'm not going to cry, but I haven't been able to do that yet. :(
ReplyDeleteThat photo is so sweet and so sad all at the same time..It must be difficult for your daughter with her husband gone on business so much...Safe trip home Kay...
ReplyDeleteOh, Kay, I know how you must feel -- can feel the hurt from here. You've had such a wonderful visit and I know how hard it must be to leave. Focus on having some warm weather at least. I send you a big hug!
ReplyDeleteOh Kay...your sweet photo of "Papa" and KC and then your post brought tears to my eyes. The photo speaks volumes! Have a safe trip home.
ReplyDeletewow that was a long vacation-just look ahead to the next family together and visiting online and warmer weather-you won't have any snow ever. bon voyage. safe journey.
ReplyDeleteOh Kay! I feel for you. It's so wonderful to arrive and so hard to leave. I don't blame you one bit. That little girl is a sweetheart that has carved out a very special place for herself in your heart. I'm so glad you did have this time together. So many warm memories to take with you back to Hawaii where the sun will shine upon you. Safe travels.
ReplyDeletePartings are such sweet sorrow.
ReplyDeleteBon viage. And use that web cam when you get home to show KC where you are.
That beautiful photo definitely tugs at the heart strings. I shall be thinking of you tomorrow Kay. Safe journey home and I hope it won't be long before you see your darling granddaughter and family again.
ReplyDeleteI had hesitating reading this post because I thought it would make me cry. It came close!! I'm so glad you have had a nice visit.
ReplyDeleteIt's Sunday night now, and I haven't gotten you all out of my head all day. I used to hate leaving my mother after a visit, and wish I could have just one more.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait until you see them all again!
That is the hard part about visiting.
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