We need…
Posted on | November 21, 2005 | 19 Comments
We’re making a run for it: leaving for Princeton early to visit DH’s parents–TOMORROW instead of on Wednesday. We need a break: from house hunting, from teething, from early darkness in our too-small apartment, from neighbors. We need some time alone—together. We need some time to poke through shops for presents, to linger over coffee without having it nearly pulled into our laps, to canoodle without whispering. We can’t wait to see our dog—who’s been on long term vacation with DH’s parents because our apartment is too small, and their yard is big and grassy. We can’t wait to watch Bean with his grandparents who love him more than breath itself. And of course we’re looking forward to stuffing with chestnuts and fresh cranberries and sausage; maple squash; arugula salad with walnuts and apples; turkey; garlicky mashed potatoes; and of course pie. We are big lovers of pie.
Tomorrow we will put our final offer in on the house that has a corner of my heart with the frightful wall paper and the land where I can picture abundant gardens and a tree swing for Bean, and then we’ll throw our hands up. We’ll get snow tires put on the car, and buy snacks for the seven hour drive, and then we’ll be off.
Blogging may or may not be limited for the next week. In the meantime, I leave you with a wee photo documentary from today:
Snowsuit weather.
Love is…(taken by DH.)
Up above us.
Still fountain.
Take off, then landing.
Waiting.
In between.
This one I took accidentally. I don’t know what it is of, but it fits exactly how I felt all day today.
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November 21st, 2005 @ 2:53 am
Great photos. Waiting for transition is so nerve-wracking, whether it’s for a career, a relationship, a baby or a home. Good luck to you – I hope you have the home of your dreams to be thankful for this Thanksgiving!
November 21st, 2005 @ 2:57 am
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving with your family! And GOOD LUCK with the house!
November 21st, 2005 @ 3:38 am
I think waiting is the worst part. And Bean looks so pensive in those photos, such a change from his usual smiley portraits. Load up on love and pie this weekend
November 21st, 2005 @ 4:44 am
Thanksgiving is officially my favorite holiday. actually, Christmas is, but THE FOOD at Thanksgiving is so AWESOME!!! have a great Thanksgiving sweetie, and I’m sending good vibes for the house. rest your mind, it’ll all be fine.
November 21st, 2005 @ 8:21 am
I thought my family had the stronghold on the best thanksgiving meal, but you, my joyous gal have got us beat! what a nice thing to look forward to. enjoy your loving family and dog and safe travels!
November 21st, 2005 @ 9:39 am
Have a fabulous trip…and enjoy your dog.
November 21st, 2005 @ 11:04 am
We’ll miss you ’round here, but will be thinking about you and that fabulous food and the house that may or may not be yours and your silly dog and all the wonder and joy that is time alone (together)…
Wow… that’s a lot to think about. I’m gonna get tired.
HAVE FUN!
November 21st, 2005 @ 11:22 am
Enjoy your trip and today I am thankful for the great advice you left on my blog. I have been thinking about it since you wrote it. Happy Thanksgiving.
Karen
November 21st, 2005 @ 6:15 pm
I need all those relaxing, soul affirming things. Hope you have a lovely Thanksgiving…and be sure to eat an extra piece of pie for us.
November 22nd, 2005 @ 12:25 am
oh, it all sounds so lovely. I am sort of wishing that we were traveling some where for the thanksgiving holiday. I get such a rush from the road trip… happy thanksgiving to you!
November 22nd, 2005 @ 11:29 am
I hope you have a wonderful long extended weekend. Grandparents rock! I just had to say that. It is so nice to get a break from the day to day. Be safe and good luck with the house offer. My thoughts are with you. Maybe you could spot a fainting goat on your long drive. Maybe. Can’t wait to see pictures from your trip.
(Okay, I just felt like I sent you a telegram. stop.)
take care.
November 22nd, 2005 @ 11:20 pm
These are beautiful photos….:-)
November 23rd, 2005 @ 2:11 am
The cloud picture is so beautiful.
November 23rd, 2005 @ 5:45 pm
gorgeous pics.
i esp. like the fountain one..
November 24th, 2005 @ 1:35 pm
How can Bean be SO DARN CUTE?! It’s too much cuteness for me to take!
Have a wonderful holiday. I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you re: the house.
November 24th, 2005 @ 3:02 pm
Great photos as always! You are so talented. Happy Thanksgiving!
November 24th, 2005 @ 5:46 pm
Just wanted to say…Happy Thanksgiving.
November 25th, 2005 @ 1:03 am
Just started reading your blog…great photos and words.
Your bean is something else! Great big eyes! Makes me wish my Dyl was still like that.
Anyway, take care.
Beth
November 25th, 2005 @ 5:04 pm
I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving and enjoyed the break away from your normal everyday routine!