Smiles and Tears...

The last day of ShaSha's trips are always so bittersweet..we usually try to plan some kind of fun activity, and keep the day on an up note. This trip was a bit unusual though, in that it had been so long since she had been here, leaving three birthdays to celebrate, and her trip was 48 hours, instead of four days. The kids were having a huge blast with her but Jordan was really looking forward to his "birthday" time with her, which meant mini-golf at Congo River. Jordan hasn't played mini-golf in a long time and ShaSha is really good, so he was excited at the challenge.
We dropped off Jordan and ShaSha and headed over to Barnes and Noble with the girls so that Caity could get some books with her gift card from Aunt ReRe and Uncle Boomer. Caity picked out some books, and we headed back to pick them up. ShaSha had beaten Jordan (we don't allow Mercy wins around here), but he was still upbeat and already looking ahead to the next visit and a rematch...It was then out for a late lunch (CiCi's Pizza, of course), so that we could have a fun meal out with our special guest.
When we got home, ShaSha rested a bit and packed up. The kids all went different directions for this, but Caity and Lindsay then reassembled in the kitchen for cupcake baking time. The girls had a ton of fun baking with their ShaSha, and Caity now had special cupcakes to take to school tomorrow (a Hannah Montana guitar, of course!). We then got everyone into pajamas, and got ready to head out to the airport. This was a somber trip, probably more so than any other trip to the airport with ShaSha...After much tears, and future visit talks underway, ShaSha got safely on her plane, and headed home. "Mr. Glinchy" was also flying in at the same time, so we were able to give him a lift home. Having someone else in the car helped to halt the tears, and lull the kids to sleep (boring grown-up talk). It was a great visit and we can't wait for the next one! They love their ShaSha so so very much (even Squeak!)...

We love you Shasha and thank you for giving us your love!

Life is Good!