Well David and Emmie left today for Europe. This is Emmie's third summer in a row going and David's first time to Europe ever. It left me with a very strange feeling. They have never been gone together.....from me. David goes on a winter ski trip every year, but Emmie is always with me. And when Emmie goes to any kind of camps, David is always home. I'm not quite sure how I feel about it.....a little unsettled perhaps? If you check out Emmie's blog you can see all the countries they are going to. Of course Emmie and I both cried and she was having a very hard time letting go of Sophia and Daniel. Not to mention the emotional weekend we just had. (in a good way) My wonderful husband basically has The Beckering Compound on lock down. Security, a very protective dog, the older boys are here, practically a neighborhood watch over Thing Mama, Thing 1 and Thing 2 and people checking in to see if everything is ok. Thankfully he can call on his cell phone......all I need to know is that they made it there safely. Once there, I know everything will be fine. I love them both so much.......my wonderful husband and precious daughter....safe travels my two loves!
Well, David just called to say that they are getting ready to board the plane....thump, thump goes my heart......guy I hope I can sleep tonight!
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You are in my thoughts and I am sending good wishes for a safe flight for Emmie and David.
Hugs,
Jonni
I hope they have a lot of fun while they are there. Try not to miss them too much. You still have Thing 1 and thing 2 to keep you company.
I'll saya pray tonight that they may be safe and things go well for you.
So let me see if I understand this.
YOU had a 40th birthday,hubby suprises you with frinds flying in.Two days later HE goes away and YOU were the one to turn 40!!!!One would think the person who turned 40 would be going away with her daughter because it is not everyday a person turns 40.
OK I think I mentioned enough about the 40 business.
Enough of the 40 jokes.what a wonderful suprise it must have been when you saw two very dear friends walk in and suprise you,(or you walked in and they were there).
I think Emmie's tribute to her mom said it very well.You sound like a very loving mom who would give anything to help her children.
I am so inspired when I think of how you have tought Emmie to take the nasty mean comments in stride.I can tell by her posts what a wonderful dear sweet young lady she is.And I know we must give God the praise,but also her mom and dad who have tought her to be respectful of others and to be a example of what a christian women is.
You seem to be a wonderful women full of spunk and love who loves to have a good time and a good laugh.
I have enjoyed getting to know you through blog land.
Have a wonderful week and I hope all goes well with Thing 1 and thing 2with Thing teen and Thing husband gone.
Thinking of you and wishing them safe travels. I know it was hard saying goodbye but wow what an adventure they have ahead of them!
Everything will be fine and this will be a wonderful adventure for the two of them.
I am praying for a safe flight and a wonderful trip. How nice for a father and his daughter to have such a trip.
Kim
Sending up prayers for Thing Momma, Thing Teen, and Thing Dad. :)
I will be keeping them in my prayers to have a safe and wonderful trip. I am sure they will have a great time. What an expirience!
Sounds like a trip of a lifetime... filled with cherished memories... Will pray for a happy and safe journey for them.
Now... let's get down to business... Ok you THINGS.... no wild parties and no swinging from the chandeliers...
if you get tooooooo lonely just head over to Melissa's.... she has a circus full and she won't even notice 3 more.
we're here if you need us
(((BIG HUG))))
You are in my prayers... Believe me I know how you feel.. It makes it a little better when you can talk to them.. KyLee has called everyday.. But I still miss her lots..
Have fun.. Glad the boys are with you so you are not totally alone..
Hope you get some sleep.
Kim
What a great opportunity for them!! Hope you can sleep tonight and feel some comfort in the fact that they are together.
What an awesome adventure for the two of them!
Oh I hope they have a good time, how fun!!!
Super fun!! I want to go on that trip! It's hard to let them go isn't it? Hope you get a good nights sleep and hear from them soon.
It's funny isn't it, when we want a little piece and quiet we don't want it for too long because we just couldn't stand to be away from the normal family chaos for too long.
I hope Emmie and David have safe travels and mom survives at home and doesn't need a vacation of her own when they return!
I know they will have an awesome time!!! I will keep them in my prayers!
I know how you must feel. Joey is gone for 2 months. But they will have an awesome time together.
They will me making memories for a lifetime...
When my mom and sister left to go to Charleston for about a week one time I really missed them, but tlaking on the phone helps. Im sure they will be fine!
What a wonderful experience for them! I know you will miss them but always remember I have a purple hippo to keep you dancing while they're away.
Be careful...you may strain something trying to emulate those moves ;0)
Safe travels for the fam and safe fort-holding for you!
Wow! what a great experience for both of them. I'll pray for their safety and your sanity. By the way, happy late birthday! Looks like you had a blast.
Hang in there -- they'll be home, safe and sound, before you know it! Sounds like a wonderful trip -- something Emmie will remember for the rest of her life!
How wonderful! What a great opportunity for Steffie. I am particularly excited for her to visit Amsterdam ;-)
I don't like when Keith is gone overnight either. I always wake up more. Funny thing. You'll make it but it will probably feel like a LONG time. Keep busy.
This is going to be an amazing trip for them. What great memories they will have.
Let us know when the land safely. :)
Has Emmie gone on a trip with EF? I'd recognize that backpack anywhere! :) {I went with EF to New York, London, Paris, Brussels, and Amsterdam in 2005.}
I feel the same way when my family travels, and we seem to do it alot. I think you just worry about those ou love. i'm sure they will be fine and have a complete blast.
I can only imagine how you must feel. I think it's so great that they get some special father/daughter time....even if it is way over seas. I will keep them in my prayers...safe travel and fun times.
I will be praying for Emmie and David. I will also be praying for you and your home bunch. I have a real hard time being away from Wayne. I never have been good at it. But it will be a great father-daughter experience. Hang in there. And don't hesitate to let the older ones take over for a bit to give you a breather.
Ooohhh maybe there headed in my direction, I'll have to check out Emmie's blog! Love her name, is it short for Emmerson?
I love the pink suitcase! How wonderful that they can enjoy such a great trip together.
I'll pray for their safe travels and for you while they are gone!
Hang in there with the Things.
What great memories they will create on this journey together. Mom, hang in there, everything is going to be just fine. A couple of glasses of wine each evening really helps too.
Enjoy the quiet moments!!! I'll be praying for you!!! They will be home before you know it and then OFF TO TN!!!
i will send up little prayers for you all ... just email anytime ya need someone to chat to and i will be there ....love ya ...
I love the pink luggage. Mine is purple! Can't you see my poor husband pulling this purple luggage around!! The look on his face tells everyone he didn't pick it out!
Stacey
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Oh sweetie, I was wondering how you were doin' over there...
Call me anytime! I'll be around.
Bless your heart! I absolutely HATE that uneasy feeling in my gut! They will be fine and Emmie's memories of a trip to Europe with her Daddy will last a LIFETIME! What a blessing.
Your b-day party looked soooo much fun!
LOVE The glasses and pitcher. Just darling!! ; )
Wow you are brave letting your little girl and hubby go to another continent by themselves. Me, I get antsy when hubby takes Jack out for a day. I am sure they are going to have a great time and what a lucky young lady Emmie is to be able to go to Europe for the 3rd time. My prayers will be with you to have ease of mind during the time.
Wow what a wonderful opportunity for them to spend some time together! hang in there I am sure you and your thing's will do great!
that okay babe, while the cat's away, the mice play. And we're all a bit cheezy here. Or does someone here smell like Gouda?
Wow, how incredible for the 2 of them. I know it was hard to watch them go, but I am guessing the memories they return with will fill your heart with happiness!
What a great thing for your husband and daughter to travel togehther. I am sure many wonderful memories will be made on the trip. I am sure it was hard saying goodbye but I am sure Thing 1 and Thing 2 will keep you very busy. I love the hot pink luggage!!!
I hope they have a wonderful trip! You will definitely be busy with your little ones!
Wow! How exciting!
Glad all is well!
hi mom!!
just wanted to let you know we're here and evrything is going fine. shopping is great...miss you tons!! haven't been able to call..i will ASAP! love ya <3
Emmie
Do you want to go away with me this summer? I take a girls trip every year. Sen, don't get your plants in a wad. You're invited too. Just no kids!
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