Sigh

Mama's note: I sure miss the days when I was a graduate student and writing my dissertation - LOTS of free time to write on a blog. Okay, so I ONLY miss the free time, I don't miss the stress, the work, and the wondering if I was ever going to finish. But every time I log on to this site and realize it has been WEEKS since I wrote or gave Meisje time to write, I feel SOOOO guilty.

Sigh.

I'm here now. I should be folding laundry. Actually, I should probably be sleeping.

New words for Meisje: Bubbles, outside (which means she wants to go play in her sandbox, most likely), please (which comes out as peaaas).

She actually says hi on the phone now (talked to her Oma today), but doesn't stick around to hear anything in response.

Her new day care is going really well. She is learning so much (like how to use other words, such as "No" and "Mine" :P). Seriously, though, she seems to be having a lot of fun: dancing, singing, reading books, doing art projects, going on walks, and playing with her new friends. I am VERY happy with the change and feel very happy having her there.

We're off on a big trip this week ... off to my best friend's wedding. Meisje and I fly down on Wednesday and Papa follows on Thursday. We'll see how the flight goes with only me to keep her occupied. Meme and Grandpa are really looking forward to our visit, as are Aunt and Uncle, and cousins). I am looking forward to a couple days off from work (already, and the semester just started!) and am so excited for the wedding! Hope the hurricanes stay away!

Off to take Amish friendship bread out of the oven, make my lunch, and go to bed. Hopefully Meisje will write again soon.