They're gone.

Our houseguests for the past 2 weeks, my sister and her family, left today. I took the day off to shuttle her brood to the airport and I imagine they are somewhere over the Atlanic right now. Hmph. (that is the sound of me pouting)

Although I must admit the return to quiet is nice...and the not having to be on our best behavior for company is refreshing...I will miss them. They certainly helped the time pass.

I was excited when I thought they were going to be here for referral. My sister let me be in the delivery room when my niece (named for me) was born, so this was the best I could do to return the favor.....to let my sister be with us when we got our referral. We all know that didn't happen, but their presence around the house certainly eased the blow of missing the cut off. And look....here we are....already a week out from the most recent referrals. I only have about 3 more until the next batch, I think.

I didn't post as many photos as I planned, but that's only because I was busy enjoying the time. Here are a few:

This is Jeffrey and Georgia soon after getting off the plane, and immediately after Jeffrey announced to me, "I'm German now."

My favorite picture of me and Abby. I look like I should have a baby, don't I? And baby chub has never been cuter!


Her are all the girls in the family. (Except me...I was taking the picture)

A close up of Abby and Jeffrey.

And my Dad with Georgia.

Overall....a great visit.