My parents arrived on Saturday afternoon for a weekend visit - a visit I needed, because lately, I've been missing their company. After a round of hugs and hellos, we settled in the living room. In between random conversations, my dad was reading an eBook on his Nook; my mom was solving a Sudoku puzzle; Leo was watching a NASCAR race; I was curled up on our recliner, fighting the urge to drift off to sleep; and Molly was bounding excitedly from person to person with a tennis ball in her mouth and her tail wagging uncontrollably. Even a laidback afternoon of lounging and doing our own things was enjoyable because we were together. In the military, it’s inevitable that one day we’ll no longer be fortunate enough to hop in the car, drive for a portion of a day, and see each other. One day, Leo and I will be stationed far enough away from our families that visits will be limited. I try as best as I can to focus on the now and fully enjoy every moment that I spend with them.
On Sunday, we celebrated Father's Day with a trip to Patriots Point Naval and Maritime Museum. In an effort to better document my life (the second goal in my project), I've been toting my camera around with me more often. Here are a few photos I captured from the day:
Afterwards, we treated my parents to Father's Day dinner at an Asian bistro with delicious sushi. We caught the brunt of the inevitable thunderstorm on the way home and stayed indoors to watch movies for the rest of the evening.
When they headed for home early yesterday morning, I wasn't the only one who was bummed:
How did you spend your weekend?
Aww your dog is precious. I spent my weekend helping my fiance gather things and pack for his trip to Switzerland and then gave him a tearfully goodbye at the airport on Sunday, he will be gone till the end of August. So my weekend wasn't as great as yours, but at least you guys had a good time!
ReplyDelete"I try as best as I can to focus on the now and fully enjoy every moment that I spend with them."
ReplyDeleteI'm reading a really good book right now on focusing on the now and being present, I'll have to send you a link sometime as I think you'd like it!
My weekend was full of birthday cake, board games, sushi and Star Trek :)
I love your top!!
ReplyDeleteHaving family come visit always gives me the little boost that I need and leaves me feeling totally refreshed and rejuvenated. I'm happy you got to spend the weekend with your parents!
How fun! I love all the pictures, especially the last one of Molly. (And psht, not-so-appealing?! Please! You're gorgeous.)
ReplyDeleteI visit my grandma every Sunday afternoon for a few hours with my mom and it's basically the same scenario. Well, my mom and grandma talk a lot and gossip and I'll insert my opinion every once in a while. But for the most part, I'm just laying there, soaking everything in. It's my favorite part of the week.
Thanks for stopping by on my SITS day! Looks like you had a great weekend. Enjoy the rest of your week!
ReplyDeleteGreat pics, especially the last one! :)
ReplyDeleteLovely pictures, and beautiful memories of a wonderful weekend :) I especially loved the description you provided of everyone being together in the quiet, in-between moments -- I think those can be some of the sweetest!
ReplyDeletesounds like a great weekend, i'm glad you were able to spend it with your parents! and you're right.. sometimes doing nothing.. but doing nothing together is still great!
ReplyDeletemy weekend was spent with family as well, eating and celebrating dad! :)
What a perfect visit! So glad you could spend time with your family! Family is the best, aren't they? I simply could not get by one day without mine!
ReplyDeleteHi Samantha, my first visit here, thanks for letting me drop by. I am from England but married a US military guy 13 years ago and came to the US with him :) Loved reading your post. Come say hi!
ReplyDeleteHugs
Denise
How cute is your dog!? Have a wonderful weekend!
ReplyDeleteHow cute are you:) and the dog...i guess....lol...looks and sounded like an amazing time....being with fam is theeeee best ever!!! xoxoxo enjoy the weekend!
ReplyDeleteLiving in the now is what it is all about...well that and apparently the hokey pokey...anyway,I can relate to being a Navy wife. I was shall we say a former Navy wife. The photos are great and I love your dog.
ReplyDeleteGreat photos and a wonderful entry. I miss spending time with my parents also and LOVE it when they come for a visit.
ReplyDeleteLove those pictures! And that picture of you and your husband is great! Glad you had a great weekend! Stopping by from SITS!
ReplyDeleteHere from SITS! You are so right to savor "the now". Sounds like a great weekend with your family!
ReplyDeleteIt is so wonderful that your family could just "be" together.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a wonderful time. Your poor dog looks utterly downcast. Stopped by to say hi from SITS.
ReplyDelete