We did it! Happily surviving this month has been my goal for the last 30 days. Not because I was dreading Lori's wedding, because I wasn't. In fact, it was just the opposite. I was so excited for her I could hardly stand it. Seeing her so happy is wonderful. It was all I have ever hoped for her.
We just got back from Florida. It was such a nice break from reality. I slept beside my husband for 5 nights, which is a real treat these days. The weather was nice, but cloudy. Another sign of my age, is that I was actually glad the sun was gentle. It was so hot when it was out. We all loved shelling. I think we took home a combined 50 pounds of shells, with Carson being the biggest shell hog. He left with a goal of finding 2 shells for each child in his class, but came home saying he would show them at school, but not give them to anyone.
The best part of the trip for me, was the wedding. Lori was beautiful. Her hair was done in a surprisingly fancy up-do. She just radiated happiness, which melted any doubt lingering in our hearts for her future. She is truly happy. Maisy loved her responsibility as flower girl, but was coated in sand before the ceremony began. She is a true beach baby, loving the water and waves.
This month has just been jam packed with activities and travel (for Jeremy), which is hard on us all. The adjustment to this new way of life has not been easy. Thankfully Heather has moved in, which has made me sleep so much better at night. She is no body guard, but just having someone else in the house is comforting. Carson has really struggled with Jeremy being gone. It breaks my heart to see him so sad. He really enjoys hanging out with his dad. The girl/boy line is stronger than ever. Maison misses him, I know, but is less vocal about it. She is still a big Momma's girl.
Before I begin weighing the options that plot out the rest of my life, I wanted to post some pictures from our trip. Some of my favorites were taken with my other camera at the ceremony, so I'll have to scan them later. 
