Had a fantastic holiday; best one I've experienced in years. Family on mom's side from the Seattle area came down and the kids were so uplifting and fun to be around. I don't see my extended family very often as both sides are spread out amongst the West and as us kids get older, many are settling down with families of their own. Three year-old Lucinda ran us all ragged, and speaking for myself, I loved every minute of it. She's the stereotypical little girl in the sense that she adores pink, princesses, and her mommy & daddy but has the added bonus of manners and the sweetest smile. We watched the Disney movie Tangled 3 times within 24 hours, but she could've picked a worse flick to rewatch again and again. My mom has a huge soft spot for infants and thoroughly enjoyed having the chance to rock Lucinda's baby brother Ewan to sleep one night. So thankful all of us had the chance to be with my grandfather this year too; I know how much he loves his grandkids and great-grandkids.
Update on dress shenanigans: I ended up going rockclimbing rather than finishing the dress before I left. Boo on me. Will have to finish it next time I come home unless Mom takes pity on me and attaches the skirt while I'm gone.
As for other news, leaving with some sad thoughts. Two of my pets won't be here when I return. A fellow forester and friend was watching my pet chinchilla Remi and two days after I left, a skunk broke into the cage and killed her (Remi, not my friend). Completely out of human intervention, but still depressing to know that she won't be around for cuddles when I return to Humboldt. On top of that, our other family dog Reboot is being put down in three days. My dog Doll passed away back in October and her partner in crime has been rapidly declining in health and spirit. Truth be told, I'm happy that my folks are finally putting him to rest; it breaks my heart to watch him wander in our garden on tired, old legs with so much loneliness in his eyes.
I'll pack these thoughts away though until I'm standing on a mountain's edge and can smile at all the good times as well as at the thought that they're in a better place. Can't wait for that moment!
Until next time, take care of yourselves!
Kate
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