Had a great time with Mom and Dad, and it's taken some time to readjust since they left. They were here for 2 weeks and became permanent fixtures in the household, w/ walking the kids to/from school, taking them to gymnastics/ ballet/ the playground, going to see Phoebe's kindergarten play Sneeuwitje (this photo), working in the garden, doing tai chi with me, drinking lots of Leffe and enjoying the most tasty meals, like coq au vin, leek soup, beef carbonnades, mussels in Brussels!For some days after Nana and Grandaddy left, the kids kept asking if they'd be picking them up from school or meeting them at the playground. Maybe they thought they were hiking again in France and would soon return. Or maybe they got so used to having them as a part of their daily lives and routine, which was the best part for all of us (although I loved our trips to Waterloo and Brugges). At any rate, the kids said again and again how much they missed Nana and Grandaddy. Next time they'll have to stay longer. Thanks again for your wonderful visit, Mom and Dad!
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Sounds like you had a great visit with your family. The picture is precious. Can you believe I didn't take one picture when Tom's parents were here? I don't know what I was thinking.
Have a nice getaway!
how sweet that is...kids are so inclusive and parents are so helpful. love makes the world go 'round.
Courtenay, that brought tears to my eyes thinking about the kids missing us & waiting for us to return! I can't tell you how much we miss being there to do all of the everyday things & take special trips with you & the kids. I still look at my watch & think, I know what Courtenay is doing today. We were certainly very sad to leave, but were also very gratified & happy to see what a happy home you have made in Tervuren & how many nice friends you have made in such a short time. It gives me great happiness to know I shall see you shortly! Love, Mom
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