They haven’t been been able to get enough of each other since Addie reappeared. I’m sure Tiger was confused and asking, “Where is that curly-haired girl who carts me all over the house? I’ve had to WALK everywhere for the past two weeks!”

I am always so anxious to travel and go on vacation, but I think in reality, I’m really just a homebody. I love coming home and after being away for a few weeks…I realized that these little things are the things I missed the most.

I missed twilight in our courtyard. The lovely shadows, smells and sounds after a busy day.

I missed having a delicious dinner and a glass of wine out on the patio with my honey.

I missed just hanging out and enjoying the nice weather.

I missed my coffee maker…

…And my homemade salted caramel ice cream.

Mmmm…and my coffee and ice cream together. Yes.

It was a yummy day…and a delicious homecoming.

My baby sister is having a birthday today! We always used to tell her the 4th of July fireworks were for her birthday – and she should make a wish. Tonight while I was watching our fireworks I made several birthday wishes for her….

I wish you a birthday day filled with your sweet family.

I wish you a year filled with success.

And I wish you a lifetime filled with happiness and love.

I’m grateful to have such a beautiful sister to share this world with. You know what they say, ” A sister is someone who knows everything about you, and loves you anyway.”

I love you Meesh. Have a very happy day and year!

-Bean