I haven't been as diligent with keeping my blog updated as I was when I was on hiatus. I have to admit, I really miss being able to live my life doing what I needed to do for myself. But, as a grown up with large financial responsibilities, you can't live that life (or at least I can't). As far as thrilling trips and events goes, nothing notable has happened since my last blog. However, my family suffered a significant and unexpected loss. It was my first real loss of a loved one, my uncle Paul. My aunts and uncles have always made themselves important in my life. They are always there for me in more ways than one. It has been very tough, and I have encountered many emotions throughout this time. But I do know one thing, he is in a much better place now. He was a good man. Please pray for my Mimi and Poppy. My heart hurts, but I can't imagine the pain from the loss of a child.
Tina, Drew, Tristan, Craig and I traveled to Jackson, Mississippi to visit Mindi, Joey and Everett at the end of January. It was Tristan and Everett's first time meeting each other. Stephanie, Michael and Madison came to visit as well, so there were a house full of mommies, daddies and babies - less Craig and I, and boy did I hear it. I'm getting used to it though and just shrug it off. It will likely happen one day, just not right now. The kids played and showed off their milestones while the adults held good conversation. Joey made some great burgers that Craig is still talking about. It was a nice trip just to step back and appreciate great friends and company. I miss being able to hang out with these folks, and it is always tough to say goodbye since we all live a good distance apart. But, I know we will always find time to meet up and who knows, maybe one day we'll all have a condo or cabin to go to as a yearly trip for all of us.
Tina, Drew, Tristan, Craig and I traveled to Jackson, Mississippi to visit Mindi, Joey and Everett at the end of January. It was Tristan and Everett's first time meeting each other. Stephanie, Michael and Madison came to visit as well, so there were a house full of mommies, daddies and babies - less Craig and I, and boy did I hear it. I'm getting used to it though and just shrug it off. It will likely happen one day, just not right now. The kids played and showed off their milestones while the adults held good conversation. Joey made some great burgers that Craig is still talking about. It was a nice trip just to step back and appreciate great friends and company. I miss being able to hang out with these folks, and it is always tough to say goodbye since we all live a good distance apart. But, I know we will always find time to meet up and who knows, maybe one day we'll all have a condo or cabin to go to as a yearly trip for all of us.
Currently, Craig and I are discussing our next vacation. We have a family one planned in June already (Williamsburg, Virginia), but we want to do something for just the two of us as well. We really liked our cruise last January and are strongly considering that option. Other places we have talked about are the Florida Keys, Gatlinburg (both of which we have free place to stay), Niagara Falls/Canada, or traveling abroad although Craig does not like that option. We have the means somewhat (thanks to our tax return), but we just need the place. As far as in the near future, we are trying to find a weekend to go to Memphis to visit some friends and their newborn. Hopefully, Craig and I will be able to work out our schedules to where we both have the same weekend off. We also have a concert coming up this weekend. I bought Craig tickets to see Corey Smith, one of his favorites, for our ten year together anniversary. Yes, ten years! Can you believe it?!
Cheers!
Tara
Laurence Paul Williams
June 10, 1957 - January 17, 2013
