One Week Away

In just one week, Isaac and I will be leaving for Pennsylvania. We're going for five days to see my dad's side of the family. This will be the first time that I've seen any of them since I got married seven years ago. I'm really looking forward to the trip.

I'll be staying with friends for a couple nights, and then staying with family the rest of the time. On Saturday, July 4th, Uncle Steve is going to host a big party at his house. What makes this trip even more special is that all of my dad's brothers and sisters will be there. My aunts from New York will be coming, and even Aunt Marlene (who lives in Kansas) is flying in for this. A few of my cousins will be there too. Basically, it's going to be a family reunion.

I'll also get to introduce Isaac to New York. My parents, sister, and I will take the train to New York on Friday and stay most of the day. I think we're going to have a great time, but I can't wait to take Isaac back to New York when he's old enough to appreciate and remember it. I plan to show him most of the things that I show my eighth graders every spring.

Meanwhile, I've really been enjoying my time at home this summer. I've taken Isaac to the Jacksonville Zoo, Tybee, and Jekyll Island. We've visited all of his grandparents, and different friends. On Thursday, he'll get to experience Splash in the Boro for the first time. And one of these days, I'll get around to taking him to Guido Gardens. Most of all, I just enjoy being around the house and going through our same routine every day. People frequently tell me that "they don't stay little for long," and that's so true. I'm cherishing every minute.