I am heading to North Dakota tomorrow! We are going to get on a plane very early in the morning and see family just after lunch. I’m so excited! I haven’t been home for over a year, and there are many family members who still need to meet Maggie. I am so excited to show her off!

My little sister is getting married while I am there, so we are looking forward to that occasion. I also get to meet my future brother in-law for the first time, see if he passes inspection, and if he does administer the usual sisterly advice, such as “You break her heart, I break your legs.” Which I would. This “Ian” fellow seems pretty good so far. At any rate, my sister sounds happier than I’ve ever heard her before, so I’m thinking it’s a good thing. I can remember back to when I had that stupid “I’m in love” grin plastered on my face, and the world looked like a Karen Carpenter song with birds appearing and whatnot. It’s such a nice feeling. I’m so glad Jan found someone that she can have that with.

I scheduled my trip for two weeks so I could have a little one on one time with my sister before The Fiancé appears, fresh from England. (Did I mention she’s marrying a guy from the UK and moving there? She is so totally living out my fantasy! Why didn’t I get to do that?) However, after really thinking about it, oh my gosh, WHY oh why did I plan a two week vacation without my husband, and with two children? I hope I can survive the result of the temporary lapse into insanity I was experiencing when I purchased those tickets!