A Step Away

WOW! These last few days have been really different. I'm here in Austin TX without my family, visiting my parents and siblings, and after four days I am really feeling it. I find when I keep myself busy I do OK, but if I dare do anything fun I can only think of how much more fun it would be with my kids and husband here. When did I loose my identity, my ability to just enjoy MYSELF?

There have been many late nights filled with games and laughter. I was able to catch up with some old friends on Sun. Today I was able to welcome a new nephew into the world.
And tomorrow, sadly, I will have to say goodbye to them all.

This trip has been fantastic... rejuvenating and enlightening. I have been able to rediscover a little bit about myself. This hasn't prevented the heartache I have felt daily being away from my husband and children. I cant wait to be with them again, to see there smiling faces.

All said, I will do this again. A trip away, by myself, might just be the annual cure for the identity check I often need. A step away to appreciate what you have stepped away from.

I have many pictures to post... soon.