The Goodbye

They were getting ready to leave, those two men of mine.  Andrew was in the car while Paul completed a few last minute tasks before their weekend away.  Mandy took this time to speak to her brother.  It was all very secretive.

As they pulled out of the driveway, we watched and waved our goodbyes.  Then, Mandy turned to me to tell me what she said to her brother before they left.  "I told him that it wouldn't be the same without my best friend," she said.  My heart melted a bit as my girl revealed her feelings for her older brother.

Then, I smiled as she told me his reply.  "But I'm your brother.  How can I be your best friend?" 

"Andrew!  You may be my brother, but you're also my friend!"

Sweet, this little relationship they have.  I hope it lasts forever.

Special Moments

They're gone for the weekend, father and son.  And so I am left with my two younger children, to play and have fun.  We all need this special bonding time, I think.  Not that we are not bonded with our children, but it is different to have one parent to yourself - or almost to yourself.  You can do things you normally wouldn't with everyone around.  Possibilities open just a little wider.

The boys have their weekend planned out for them, but we are free to do what we please.  While the possibilities may be endless, we will end up being mostly practical with our time, I think.  Already, cleaning is being done, a special breakfast has been eaten, and the day begins in a nice little harmony.  We are all at peace, even though we miss each other. 

Life is good.