Monday, September 20, 2010

empty nest

It has been a summer of wonderful events and family gatherings.
Our family was all together for the first time
in two years and every moment was a joy.
As the boys left we were sad but we know we will see them again soon.

return to philadelphia

Lindsay and Benjamin

return to fort collins

Lindsay and Blaine

return to oswego

Lauren and Seth

When Amanda and Daniel left today it was extra
hard as they will, once again, be so very far away.



return to cambodia

Amanda, Daniel and baby-to-be

Here is what our youngest left on our message board . . .
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9 comments:

  1. Diana FergusonSeptember 20, 2010 at 7:45 AM

    Let me know when they arrive back in Cambodia. Remember my brother is still there!

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  2. Dayle ~ A Collection of DaysSeptember 20, 2010 at 11:22 AM

    Bittersweet.

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  3. dee deeSeptember 20, 2010 at 12:15 PM

    Oh my, enjoy the quiet! Of course this is coming from my house where my kids primary goal is to drive each other crazy!
    Dee Dee

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  4. CrickitSeptember 20, 2010 at 1:45 PM

    Oh my gosh, Mary. This post made me cry..especially the note on the chalkboard.
    Very bittersweet, I am sure. Enjoy the time with your husband :)

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  5. WendySeptember 20, 2010 at 9:23 PM

    When I read the chalkboard I got tears in my eyes. Just like Dee Dee I am sitting here listening to children drive each other crazy.
    Your family is beautiful and looks like you raised some wonderful adults! Any advice for us on how you did it?
    Wendy

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  6. Mary @ Neat and TidySeptember 20, 2010 at 9:30 PM

    And then there were two - right back where you started. Hope you are adjusting well.

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  7. ChristineSeptember 20, 2010 at 11:18 PM

    You know what I see?
    I see handsome, funny, happy and loving children. That were raised perfectly.
    Quiet, yes.
    A bit sad, yes.
    But both of you are well loved and that is what I also see.

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  8. Just a little something from JudySeptember 21, 2010 at 8:02 AM

    What a summer! Soon I will be joining you with the "then there were two" happening. I could relate to your sad heart and to your happy, special memories of the summer. God has blessed you with a beautiful family.

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  9. Betsy BrockSeptember 21, 2010 at 8:51 PM

    Awww....just look at all of those cute couples! You should be proud!

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