Friends and Family

Rob and I had a very busy day yesterday! We headed up to my old hometown because the father of a friend I've known since jr. high (we didn't have "middle school" when I was a kid!) passed away after a long bout with cancer. I hadn't seen my friend since jr. high, but when something like that happens, it really doesn't matter when the last time you saw them was... if you are able, you just go and wrap your arms around them because you know your friend is hurting. It wasn't the reunion I would have liked, but it was good to see her. And I know she was surprised and very appreciative that I came.

Plus, it gave me an opportunity to have lunch with my parents and one of my sisters while Rob and his cousin Madi played together (something both of them LOVE! They are like two peas in a pod when they get together!). And I got to hang out with my other niece and her boyfriend and have dinner with all of them with some silly and hilarious conversation.

But it was good to finally get back home... even if it was 9 o'clock at night! A full 12 hour day with 4 hours spent driving... but I'd do it all again today if I had to. Because that is what friends (and family) do for each other.