Partings

It's 1:45 in the afternoon, raining as it has been for three days, and I walk back into a silent house. Usually I relish the silence and go out of my way to maintain it. Today it is an absence rather than a presence because Tricia and Amelia have just left to begin their journey home to New York.

The house has been filled with Mia's laughter and joy playing with Keto, who now needs about a three day nap. And filled with people, of course, all drawn by the pleasure of being with Tricia and Amelia.

I know every grandparent is biased but Amelia is a sunny, well behaved, bright, engaging little girl that is beautiful to look at and listen to, especially when she makes up songs. I can't imagine why I am so blessed to be her Nana.

And to top it off I struck it rich in the daughter-in-law game.(twice) If anything I get frustrated at not having enough adult time with Tricia because I'm sure we could spend three days just talking, and we have to make do with little snatches of time when no one else is around. I want so much to make her problems easier and her life more joyous and guilt free.

Thank you, my son, for the good choice you made in a life partner and the beautiful little souls you created between you. I hope I see you all soon.