Surprise Visit

I hadn't planned on traveling in 1918.  However, when my oldest grandson, Joseph, is graduating into 9th grade, into Illinois' Stevenson High School,  AND I receive a ticket to go.....Illinois here I come.

I cannot believe Joseph is in high school.  I remember his birth, I remember him following Ron around like a little duckling following his mama. He was my inspiration to fight breast cancer.   So many memories of a little boy.  I have to admit that during and after the ceremony my eyes were not dry and I had lots of thoughts of Ron as well. It was wonderful watching him and his buddies finding each other for photos afterwards.  I can't wait to frame the one of the two of us.  In three years it will be Jocelyn going into high school and plus one more year Joseph graduating from high school!

Next was the preparation of the party.  20 high schoolers!!  The lots of food fortunately was just enough (growing boys).  Lots of energy and very polite.  It was a very fun night and needless to say very tiring.  No problem going to sleep for all of us and we were able to sleep in a little the next day too.

NOW, visiting time.  Always things to do and getting up to date with family.  Second time here in Deerfield and getting back to remembering how to get around.  Enjoying the kids is the icing on the cake.  And of course, it is always great being with Jennifer.

Going down to Indiana to visit with siblings and family for a weekend.  Even though I saw them all last year it is always great to be with them.

Time will fly by and before you know it I will be back in Arizona.