We took a little road trip this break to see my mom and dad in Scottsdale, AZ. Although it was so much fun to see them and my sister/brothers/nieces....it was so so so very hard to leave. I found today that the old saying is true. You never really understand what you have until it's gone. I took for granted when they were here. I didn't go see them nearly enough. I also realized how much I love my family. They are truly amazing. Even though my siblings are step siblings they feel like real brothers and sister. I love my nieces like they are 'my' nieces and don't see any difference. My step-mom, is my mom. Love doesn't differ for family. I thank God for all of them and am glad they moved close enough to visit often....not often enough but glad it will be at least once a year, probably more:0) We visited the zoo which was fun and amazing. The giraffe area was like you were on safari! Although the girls were tired, I think they enjoyed it. Ted was able to ride for two days. One day was with Ryan. AND he didn't get lost! Yippee!! We missed Alec...he stayed home to work on the skateboarding ramp with his dad. Next time he's going!! We missed him too much! We will be seeing Mom and Dad again for Alec's graduation then hopefully again when they go to visit my brother, Joseph, in Colorado Springs. We can't wait! School starts again on Monday...bummer. I could use another week. We will enjoy the last couple days. Becca has a lock in at church and I'm hoping Ted, Evie and I will get in a bike ride! Hopefully Mother Nature will agree with giving us warm weather. :0)
