Family is where its at

Even though is was February and we had just seen the college kids in the end of December, we thought to invite them for President's day weekend. We have been having wonderful weather and wanted to share that time with them in the sun. I planned a picnic by the Feather River with not much public access. It was so beautiful and calm. I am glad Brian gets to enjoy that area almost everyday. We also had a picnic with both sets of grandparents that weekend. It was a lot of chacuterie, but so fun and yummy. It feels good to come together and problem solve, spend time and just enjoy each other's company. Right after that, I was able to go and visit my sister and her husband in Honolulu with my folks. It was a great time. I attribute most of the fun and peace to Christian. He was a great host. I loved staying at Tanya's and going for a convertible ride to see the lights at night. The boat ride by Hanama Bay was so beautiful I had never seen such deep blue color in the ocean. it was so clear, I even jumped in the ocean and swam a little where it was teal colored and I could see the bottom of the ocean. We saw a turtle coming up for air and looking at us. Restful sleep, the warm weather, great food and company made for a real respite for me. I'm always happy to come back to Roseville and my peeps, but It was so nice to be in the constant warm without all the worries and responsiblities of late, mostly. I'm always a phone call away so I put out a few fires and tried to support the best I could from far away. I was about having a good time and making the most of it. I loved shopping at the Farmer's market and by North shore. The constant beach, and rain on and off makes for beautiful nature. A great place to visit, but I'm happy where I am in California. Life is full of ups and downs and oppostion, but I am choosing to live in faith and do what I can to bring peace and love to all those around me as much as I can. It starts with Loving God, my spouse, then my children, then my parents on both sides and my extended family. I feel very grateful for the wonderful relationships we have.