Back to the Real World

So I am officially on my own tomorrow. My parents both left today and Bob heads back to work tomorrow.

I have mixed feelings. On one hand I am excited to figure out our new routine and get back into the swing of things. I selfishly want to have both of my boys all to myself and visit with our friends and create our new little existence in the world.
On the other hand...I have had it good for almost 3 weeks. My mom was absolutely amazing and I have not cleaned a single thing since she has been here. I have gotten to sleep in until 9 am! Aid now refers to the office/guestroom as Grandma's room. My recipe book is organized. My laundry is all done and folded. My filing is up to date for crying out loud and my kitchen and pantry are well stocked. We went to a lot of fun places with Aid that we could never afford to do and he had a blast. But what I will really miss? It was nice to have someone to talk to. Even going to the grocery store was more enjoyable with someone to chit chat with. Then my dad came in and put up insulation, caulked my windows, and put in a new faucet in the kitchen!

Basically my parents came in and took care of all of us in every way that they possibly could. I only had to focus on caring for Grant and Aiden. And now it's time for me to be the mom again. But for a little while it was comforting to be the kid...

We will miss you mom and dad and can't wait to see you again! Thank you thank you thank you for being there for us, for making a hard transition so much easier, and for supporting us in all the ways that you did. I love you and miss you already....