This last week was going to be the week that we got back to normal, after being sick and Maggie having a big break from going to school. In a small way it was ‘normal’ in that Maggie went to school for those three days and our house hummed back into life without being decorated for a holiday. We were supposed to have my grandparents over for lunch, but they had to cancel. My mom was able to come down for a visit instead and while we were eating lunch, we got on topic of the most wonderful spa in the world that I had two gift certificates to. Before I knew it, I was packing up my bag to head to the spa, all while air-guitaring around the house, and headed out the door.
I went to the spa by myself for four hours and had the best time. I didn’t talk to a soul, read my book and ate big plate of noodles and veggies. I also got a body wrap….which I’ll probably never, ever do again. Barry had given me a huge package last year for my birthday, and I decided to try out the body wrap. I ended up feeling very claustrophobic and not exactly relaxed. Lesson learned. But huge thanks to my mom for offering to watch the girls and encouraging me to go. It was the most unexpected way to spend half a day, and very much appreciated. I’d typically be salivating over going to the spa, but I hardly had time to do even that….just a few air guitar moves while I packed.
The next morning my aunt, Nancy, came for a quick visit and we sat around talking and catching up. I didn’t take a single picture of her visit, but it was still nice to see her, since the holidays were a bit busy this year. My mom ended up taking Maggie to spend two nights in Anacortes and so after they all left, it was just Augie and me.
Having just Audrey around these last two days have been somewhat productive for me (during her naps) but I’ve also learned how involved Maggie is with our every move. I also think that Audrey really misses having her big sister as a play companion, too. While Maggie has been in A-Town, I have gotten play-by-play updates of what she’s up to (bowling, roasting hot dogs on a big fire, visiting Midge, playing train with Grandpa, etc.) and even though I get lonesome for her, I’m certain she’s having a ball. Audrey has also had a chance to swizzle her hands on some toys (markers, dolls, etc) that Big Sister usually keeps away.
We’re headed up to get Mags this morning….I miss The Little Biscuit.
