Already we can see Frances is growing leaps and bounds...just in a blink of an eye! We are amazed at the progress she has made in three weeks since we've been home. She waves bye bye, gives high 5's, blows kisses, giggles, and certainly recognizes her name. She is thrilled with everything that comes her way, and is handling our little outings so well. We keep her close and continue to make eye contact with her as we enter new places or meet new people. This past week both Charles and I had to go back to work (I had to just for three days to finish off the school year). The grandparents had their time, and we we didn't know what to expect with leaving her. Each morning as I walked out the door, she was quite involved in play, and didn't shed a tear as I left. I was actually the one to cry as I got in my car and drove off...just one tear, Frances???? Come on! She loves staying busy and going and doing. I can tell if she is bored, and she will not hold back in letting me know. We are gradually picking up the pace and making more venture out dates.
On the flip side, we are facing a rather large move. Yes, we're heading to God's country...North Carolina. After all of these years with Charles working long distance and the toll the commute has taken on him and us, he was offered a job in Raleigh and we will be leaving Richmond in a matter of weeks. Such quick turn around, with mixed emotions. I look at our little girl and I want everything to be the best for her, and hope that this move will help us overcome our obstacles in being a family and will allow this little girl to have the depth of relationship with her daddy as I had with mine. We will leave behind one of the most tremendous support networks, dear friends, comfortable "places to go". This was all founded over time though, and I hope that the same will happen in Raleigh. Back to my ole' stomping grounds!!!
Some pics to complete this wonderful Father's day!
