This has been my best Thanksgiving ever! Family was close with all but the oldest and youngest grandchild together. Incrdible joy and gratitude abounded. I was surprised with the totally unexpected arrival of Tobie at the same time Kelsey and Bryan arrived on Friday night. Absolutely everyone knew she was coming except me. My kids love surprising me all the time and this was one of the best surprises ever for me. Kelsey and Bryan stayed in a hotel but tobie stayed with me. Incredible and exciting having a full day with them. They all got here around 5pm Friday and left around 9am this morning. It was sad to wave goodbye to them this morning but all the blessings I received by them being with me far far far outweigh my sadness.
I treated the kids to dinner after we went to Mom and Dads to surprise them which they were. Very happily surprised. Their sudden presence really helped nanny about her sister Carol. Nothing like grandkids to put the smiles and cheer into their sometimes difficult and sad times.Dinner was fun and relaxing and more than worth the $100 from my meager savings. Brian and Kelsey headed to their hotel while tobie and I headed to my place. She and I watched music Videos and proceeded to have a blast as we got stoned together. So much fun.
Saterday morning met up with Kelsey and Bryan for a really great late breakfast then headed downtown to a bunch of stores the Kids wanted to visit. My favourite stores as well. Back to get more funds the home to rest up. Had really difficult time walking and problems with diabetes. When out of my routine I get into trouble but so worth it.
Then it was off to Glens for a great Dinner and fun with His family and Kids and my family with Mom and Dad. 10 of us for a great Turkey dinner with all the fixins. The 5 grandkids, 1 girlfriend and 1 boyfriend really enjoyed talking and having fun together. The absolute best thankgiving I've probably ever had! Keselsy to mega pictures all day and can't wait until she sends them. Tobie and I returned home around 8pm and once again got stoned. I wanted Tobie to meet Kris so we skyped and Kris really laughed at us and enjoyed our antics. Tobie got involved in the late Senators hockey game and I really talked with Kris for another hour or so. Off to bed early for both of us.
The kids were on the road by 9am which was sad to kiss & hug them goodbye until next summer when I'll visit them in Ottawa. My Happy Place is so far into the clouds after such an incredible weekend for me. I really enjoyed watching my CSL this morning and sent if to Kris for her to enjoy later. She hasn't been to her CSL in a bunch of weeks so I'm sure her spirit will be ready for a much needed nourishment.
The day started out cloudy with a little rain but it cleared up with the sun shining so brightly and the weather is warm.
I am very very grateful for my kids driving all the way here to spend a day with me. My heart is so swelled with love and joy I'm sure if it could it would burst. I am grateful for the weather and all the happiness we all experience yesterday. ALL SO INCREDIBLE and LOVING
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