3 !!!

Yes, 3! days until we leave!   Unreal!

We are both sick, but recovering... slowly.  Trying to get things done while conserving energy. What timing, right?  At least the worst is behind us and better this week than next week.

We have been showered with blessings over the past week. Friends and family have been dropping off and mailing us gifts for Eli.  My goodness, what generosity and kindness!

On Thursday last week my Elementary School friends organized a lovely breakfast shower with great food, cute bright decorations, very thoughtful cards and gifts.

On Friday last week my M Street neighbors hosted a small couples shower for us.  Delicious food - all my favorites! - very thoughtful gifts and cards, great time to chat and hang out.

Our church has been wonderful also and surprised us with two very generous and wonderful gifts, and without making me stand up in front of everyone - bonus!   :)

On Tuesday this week my dear friends from my former school district threw a delightful shower as well.   Good times - laughter, games, fun, gifts, food.

All this for the gal who said she was NOT going to have any more showers.  Thank you friends for making it okay for me.

Parents on both sides of our families have been so great about making and bringing food for us - this week while we've been sick and to get us going right when we return home.  What a gift. :)  

The outpouring of love, excitement, support has been overwhelming (in a wonderful way).  We are so very blessed.

Tomorrow is my last day at school for 2012.  Wow!  It was fun to tell my younger students today why I'll be out for the next few months.  They had some good and thoughtful questions.  :)

Our time is near!!!!  :) :) :)