Memaw Camp.

I'm not sure I can even count the number of times that I have prayed for one minute (heck, I'd have even taken 30 seconds) of peace and quiet over the past week or so. My darling daughter has worn me out and truly tested my patience. Between our out of town trip to Maryland and Sean's second work related out of town trip to Georgia, all in the past two weeks, we're all tired, schedules are off, and I'm lacking the energy to do the things Gracie is used to doing during the week. Even with the extra sets of hands last week (thanks to Sean's little brother and his girlfriend), I have still been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and in need of a break...

But even during the toughest moments, when I wanted to hide in the bathroom and cry, I knew there was a light just ahead... "Memaw Camp". Sean's mother mailed out invitations to Gracie and her older cousins, inviting them to a fun-filled week away with her in Virginia. Swimming, boating, and a trip to Busch Gardens are just a few of the things my little girl has to look forward to. They're also going to the library for books, saying the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag each morning, and cooking favorite recipes. At first, I was a little hesitant to send her away for a whole week. This will be her first trip away from home without her mommy or daddy, but I knew that she would have an amazing time with people she loves and that I should take the opportunity to spend this precious time with my baby boy, while getting some much needed rest. As much as I adore my child, I've been excited about getting this break.

We left her with Memaw yesterday afternoon. I nearly cried as I told her we were leaving, while she was happily playing with her cousins. She stopped long enough to dive into my arms for a big hug, then let me annoy her with kiss after kiss. As we drove away, I realized this was going to be harder on me than on her.

Both my husband and son are sleeping at 10:45am, but I'm restless. My house is finally quiet and I'm not sure I like it... I miss her already.

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  1. RachelleAugust 9, 2011 at 1:40 AM

    Oh, I know that feeling ;-)... :-( Looking forward to some calm time but at the same time missing them like the dickens.
    I try to remember that when I was little and got to go to G'mas & G'pas it was *****SO***** exciting and amazing. It didn't matter what I did there, it was so much fun and I felt so special.
    Time away always makes the heart grow fonder, even if it is a bit challenging for both (mostly Momma) ;-)
    You are such an amazing Momma!
    As hard as it is... "enjoy" this time and then greet her with the biggest hug ever.... one that she will remember!!!

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