I have been away and missed your trip. I just got back two days ago and like you, spend little to no time online when traveling and visiting. As it should be, you know? Like having a cell phone in your face all the time.
Oh, staring mortality in the face becomes so real after losing a parent and suddenly, we bubble up to the top of the chain. Thankfully, Grannie outlived my parents, so there is that. I am getting to the top quicker than I want.
Just what am I afraid of? The unknown? Where is my faith? Ugh...
Your Cathy is beautiful as is your daughter. How much alike they look and I am so glad you took the time and energy to go home, even with the fires. It looked like a wonderful trip and I can just imagine you swimming in the waterhole there. Thank you for sharing snippets of your trip with us. I am sorry you were sick, but, so glad that you had a wonderful time and you got to spend time with your loved ones.
Your dad looks amazing, btw.
See you soon, my friend. I miss your writing! :)