However, we got almost everything done and were on our way to Chicago. What a strange thought. Three weeks ago we went west to Japan and were a day ahead. On Monday we went East to Chicago and were 5 hours ahead. Weird. I was barely done with jet lag. Somehow I don't feel quite as bad this time.
We left at 5:15 PM Hawaii time on Monday and arrived in Fort Worth, Texas at 5:40 AM (Central Standard time). Made the transfer to a different plane. Lost an engine and an hour. Arrived in Illinois on Tuesday at 10:20 AM.
Our daughter, Tiffany and granddaughter KC were there to greet us with balloons and a welcome sign that KC made. She picked out the balloons which is why one was a birthday balloon even though it wasn't anybody's birthday. She likes birthday parties.
It was quite a surprise. Even though we'd seen KC on Skype we didn't realize how much energy she had. She was running around in circles all around us, chattering and singing. Goodness!
Oops! I've just been informed we are leaving right now to do some errands. Off we go!
Hurray! You are with KC! You will really have to plan your time now, and be sure to rest when she does or you'll be worn out in no time. But oh, the fun of it!
ReplyDeleteHey, no jumping on the bed! LOL. Isn't it great to spend time with your granddaughter? Have fun!
ReplyDeleteYou and Art are certainly seasoned travelers.
Lovely Kay, great to be with your family, great to be with KC. Love your new header shot. BTW we have that saying about the chicken in England too.
ReplyDeleteLove the welcome balloons-KC did a great job in picking them out! How wonderful you will have one on one time with her-enjoy!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy each moment, like your header photo-so interesting.
ReplyDeleteTime changes are sometimes hard to take. But you are with KC, so I'm sure it's fine with you.
ReplyDeleteYou have a very interesting new header.
Yay!!!
ReplyDeleteGlad your trip went ok and that your back in Illinois>
Have a great time babysitting and visiting with Tif.
so lovely that you can spend some time with Tiff and KC. Did you say the first plane lost an engine? Scary.
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ReplyDeleteEnjoy your break. Hope your Mom is starting to feel better.
ReplyDeleteThat saying must be universal.
ReplyDelete"Running around like a Chook with it's head cut off" (this is the only version I've heard, in the local vernacular)
People who haven't been present for the killing of poultry/hens by decapitation may not grasp the completeness of the meaning, as it has to be seen to be believed. (the way they run around after their head is chopped off)
You lost an engine??? Oi!!
ReplyDeleteThank God you touched down safely.
Have a great time in Chicago with that sweet family.
I wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed your trip to Japan along with you. You have such a lovely way of taking us all along..thanks for that..welcome back to the states... Michelle
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