Weird But Good Week

So last week was weird. Good. But weird. You see, my kids and Scott left for Georgia to see the Boyle/Odoms on Saturday. And I was at home in my house for 4 whole days by myself. Let me repeat. By myself. For 4 whole days. That hasn't happened since, um, I don't know...some time prior to December 20, 2005? 

It was a little sad. And a little lonely. And a little blissful. I'll spare you the exact percentages of each emotion. 

On Tuesday, Scott got home and we got to have a dinner out all by ourselves and not worry about what time to get home to relieve the babysitter. It was really nice. 

Then on Wednesday, since Scott had to go back to work, I took off for Nashville to work since I was going to be meeting up with Mary & Kevin to get the kids back on Saturday. All was well until Friday night, when I'm sitting in my hotel room after returning from dinner...then I was 100% sad and ready to see some family. 

Thank goodness, Mimi & Paka brought these little ones to Nashville to meet me. I couldn't stand it one more minute! I was so glad to see all of them. Of course I had to bring them a surprise:)

We tried to eat at the Pharmacy (fitting right?) but it was already packed at 5:20 on Saturday night. The hamburgers are the best that you will ever put in your mouth. We didn't stay since we had the kids, so we went to a close second favorite, Mafiaoza's. Great pasta and atmosphere.

Nate and his Mimi! I am so lucky and grateful that my kids have such wonderful grandparents. They are truly a gift and we are so thankful that they want to spend time with our kids.

I missed my kids so badly. Especially after I finished cleaning. I admit I did need a little bit of silence to clear my head. And I got it. I feel rejuvenated enough to not get bothered by the fact there are baby dolls and Legos all over the living room.  It means they are here. And I'm super thankful for that.

I told the kids yesterday on the way home that it sure was quiet while they were gone. Nate replied, "But you didn't like it, did you Mom?"

No, sweet boy, I didn't:)