Well - the day I've dreaded finally arrived. I'm not a big fan of this move and to tell you the truth I don't understand why those we love need to live so far away from those that love them. I did teach my children to have wings and I am proud of them for stretching them out and flying high. I am extremely proud of Matt and Bethany for working so dang hard for their Masters Degrees - and on top of that great feat they brought our beautiful Grandson Andy into the world. But now they are residents of a new state, new jobs, new home, and new ward - and I'm feelin' a bit blue and left behind. Del and I wanted to help them move because we wanted to make sure they arrived safely and see where they would be living and to tuck Drew in one last time. We don't want Drew to forget us. The trip was needless to say a bit weather related stressful. We looked in front of us and there was the truck with all of their belongings in it and their dreams in front of them and it was difficult to see but necessary for them to explore this beautiful world. We hit all kinds of weather - but the 10 foot drifts, avalanche danger, and pass closures nearly made it impossible to move on. (OK - so I prayed for those elements so we would have to turn around tee hee) We arrived to see this beautiful home, clean, bright and ready for it's new family to live there. Wonderful people came to welcome them. Soon their home was filled with boxes, and yummy dinner cooking on the stove, and Matt's chair placed right in front of the TV. They were home. Having just sent off a Missionary the day before, this would be our other son we would lose to adventure, this one came with a hefty price of our favorite daughter in law and our only grandson, and they wouldn't be moving back in 2 years. I'm pretty sure we've lost them forever it seems. There were 3 restless, tearful nights, and a long quiet flight home to an empty house. I know all will be well - but I know they'll live there forever - I know that most of my heart was left there on the front step that morning we left. I'm not sure how to ever bring them back. 50% of my family left this week - and the other 50% are now stuck with mom. There are so many things and events I will miss. So many things that I know will be wonderful for them and I am excited for them. There will be many events that they will miss here. My thoughts wander and I wonder if Drew will remember Nana. I envy a babysitter that will see his first steps, hear his first words and comfort him instead of me. I wish I could be a bit more happy about all of this - but Matt has always wanted to hit the road, hey buddy - I didn't even see you shed a tear! It did mean a lot to me to be able to see Seattle and see where Drew would grow up and where the Hillary line will make it's mark. I wish you each the best of luck - and know that you'll be able to accomplish great things and write many memorable lines in the history books called "The Hillary's Hit Seattle"! Love you all. Andy - remember to go down the stairs backwards!! (:
White knuckle driving - not sleeping - just blinking for a one second before driving onward.
Hey Grandpa - let me show you how it's done!
Ah Ha! I've figured out a way to get Drew back to visit me!
The Hillarys are Home
4 comments:
We miss you already! Thanks for the fun adventures on the way up and for all you did once we got here. You sure made it feel like home. And never say "forever". . . you never know what job transfers will bring or return :).
(Bethany's mom here) If it's any consolation, I keep thinking I'm done with the tears, and then a new batch comes. And I only sent one child away. Can't imagine doing two in one week! I add my thanks for all your help getting them there safely and settled--such a relief knowing you and Del were with them, especially with the uncooperative weather. (I did my part worrying you all the way there.)
First of all, I don't appreciate you praying for that kind of weather! i was in Seattle during that mess of weather visiting my family. It was an adventure!
Second, Seattle is a great place and I am sure you will enjoy visiting them there! Are they in Seattle or somewhere near Seattle? THat's my home!
Third, I am sorry you are having a hard time adjusting to empty nesting. I know my mom went through that as well. Now her and my dad enjoy traveling (they never go anywhere too far or exotic). Most of their travels are to Utah, Arizona and CA to visit their kids!
You have been going through so much LIFE! You are an inspiration for me as my little family is growing faster than I can catch my breath! You make it look so fun because you love each other so much-I want to be Hillary-us too!
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