Mom & Dad just called to let me know they were hanging out on the deck in the sun having margaritas and to remind me, as they do every year, that on this day, 27 years go, we "arrived" here after a week-long car ride from CA.
I was only 5 years old, but I vividly remember portions of that ride, like dumping a whole box of Cheerios in the way-back of the brown Toyota station wagon and marking the days of the trip with a pencil on the peice of plastic that holds the rear-view mirror.
My parents made such a big leap at that time in their lives. I know it was hard for mom to leave her family, but I am so grateful that they planted us hear when they did. As you all know, I have fond memories of my young days in CA and visiting in the summers, but I do love it here! Especially now that Spring has FINALLY arrived.
I was only 5 years old, but I vividly remember portions of that ride, like dumping a whole box of Cheerios in the way-back of the brown Toyota station wagon and marking the days of the trip with a pencil on the peice of plastic that holds the rear-view mirror.
My parents made such a big leap at that time in their lives. I know it was hard for mom to leave her family, but I am so grateful that they planted us hear when they did. As you all know, I have fond memories of my young days in CA and visiting in the summers, but I do love it here! Especially now that Spring has FINALLY arrived.
1 comment:
love that your 'arrival' happened to be on cinco de mayo!! what a fun and easy way to remember that date!! i also love imagining those two on the deck sipping margaritas!! what fun! have a great day!
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