Brian left town yesterday for his week of backpacking through the woods. I was sad to see him go but he’s sooooo excited to drop off the grid for a few days, camp, hike and take pictures with his best buds from college. I realized Monday night as he packed up his bag (a very heavy and large backpack that he has to carry for 5 miles a day…sounds awful, right?) that since moving in together last year, I had never stayed in our place alone- it’s usually me packing up and leaving for trips! But this time, I’m the one getting left. I like this less. I went out for dinner last night and when I got home I walked in the door to silence. I missed his voice excitedly saying “honey!!!”, followed by a hug. I’m so accustomed to having him around. He’s my partner in crime and my best friend. The silence won’t last long though. My cousin Brooke and her two kids, ages 1 and 8, are coming to visit me from up north tonight. It should be a fun 5 days of hanging with some of my favorite humans. On the agenda- the beach, walks, shopping, eating and last, but not least, a day at Disneyland. I haven’t been to Disneyland in ages and I am looking forward to riding Peter Pan (my favorite as a kid) and to eating a funnel cake (maybe two). I guess going to Disneyland is kinda like an artist date. I won’t be alone, but it’s a good exercise in letting my inner kid out to play! Lots of pictures to come…
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How exciting! I’ve never been to Disneyland, but it’s on my list.
I can totally imagine how you feel. My house would seem totally cavernous without Husbandio.
It all comes down to- You are a full and exciting person, in your own space. This time will give you lots of “Inner Me” expression, and nothing does that better than Disneyland with loved ones.
Now I want funnel cake(s). Have fun!
I love Disneyland and it’s even better through a kids eyes 🙂
If you see a Photopass person at Disneyland named Lindsay, with shoulder length, dirty blonde hair, tell her I say “hi!” She’s my best friend who was so darn lucky to get a job there… not lucky, actually… since she is absolutely talented… but yeah! I love that place so much. It truly is a happy place. Also, if you want the best corn dog in the world, get one by the photopass look-at-picture-places. It’s a small little place that normally has a line but seriously…. best corn dog ever.
Have a fun five days!! =D I would so love to hang out with you!
OMG be prepared for a few changes to Disneyland. Like Johnny Depp in the Pirates of the Caribbean ride and no more Swiss Family Robinson treehouse… But so much fun, especially with kids.
PS I secretly love the first night of a house to myself. A chick flick, some kind of yummy take-out, a glass of wine. But then I miss my BFF, too. 🙂