My mom and the girls had one last group hug before she left today:
When I drove away from the airport departure curb, Susie started to cry and I knew just how she felt. I was so sad to say goodbye to my mom, and I knew I was going to be even sadder when I returned to an empty house.
So what did I do? I met up with a dear friend and drowned my sorrows in a white chocolate mocha latte.
I felt much better after spending time with my friend and ingesting large quantities of sugary caffeinated goodness. The girls also seemed excited to be out and about…or maybe they were just getting juiced from all the coffee in the air. Either way, we went home a happy trio. And although I’m still missing my mom, I keep reminding myself that it will only be two months until she, my dad, and my sister are coming for Christmas. I cringe to think about all the mochas I’m going to have to drink to perk myself up after everyone leaves in December!
Emily — I used to do the exact same thing when my parents left. It gets easier with time, but you still miss them lots!! Wish we were closer. I also wouldn’t have minded sitting in on your latte session. Gotta love those lattes. Thinking of you all, and maybe we’ll see you at Christmastime. Love to my girls.