Visit from Family, Part 3

~Wednesday (October 9)

Wednesday was a bittersweet day for us. We knew it was our last full day together! Since we had done so much running around earlier in the week, we decided just to stay at home and enjoy a day together. The kids played, and the adults talked and visited.

That evening, we had a fine meal! Roma made her famous tomato basil pie, Ruby made a tossed salad, and I made hummus.

And Mommy made virgin Pina Coladas! It was a tasty throwback to our time in Puerto Rico. J

For dessert, I made a big chocolate chip skillet cookie which we served with a variety of ice creams (hot chocolate, pumpkin pie, and vanilla.)

We pretty much had to roll ourselves away from the table after that. J Our guests started to pack up, and we all went to bed.

~Thursday (October 10)

Everyone was pretty quiet and sober Thursday morning. We had spent the last two weeks with my Mom’s brother and his family, and we weren’t ready to part ways! (I think that’s actually the longest amount of time we’ve been with each other non-stop!) It was beginning to feel normal having a house of 11 instead of just 7. J

But, it was time for them to return to Ohio. We packed up the minivan to the gills, managed to cram a few people in too, and then left for the airport.

Nobody move an inch! J

We parked, lugged all the suitcases to the terminal, and they checked in. Then it was time to say goodbyes. L

We had such a wonderful time with them, and we’re counting down the weeks until we get to visit again!