Then they had babies, then they went to grad school and got very busy, then they got jobs and got even busier.
They'd still wake up in the morning and say "hey, let's go do something fun," but kids, work or other responsibilities always got in the way.
Then the babies grew up and went off to college and became self sufficient. The boy and girl had learned that anything they did had to be planned, so there weren't very many spontaneous moments...they planned their fun. While it was still fun, there wasn't that spark of excitement to it. It was all planned and well-thought out and, well, orchestrated.
Yesterday, however, the girls spied a Sheep and Fiber Festival in Lexington, KY, where this couple used to live. She said to the boy "I'm tempted," and he said, "let's do it," so a frenzy of hotel reservations and cancellations ensued and now that's what they're doing.
San Antonio and visiting parents has been tossed aside in lieu of spontaneity and fun. And the girl is very excited about it. Very.
The boy and girl are going to Lexington for 2 days and then driving up to Holmes County, OH, where they used to go when they lived up in those parts. Relaxation, fun, and crafty-pleasures await.
The boy and girl feel somewhat like they may be getting their spark back.
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Today's picture is of a finished Frankie. Frankie is the sweetest monster I've made so far. She has on a light and dark pink striped shirt that lets her adorable green arms and legs show through. Her ears match the dark pink in her shirt. Her great big green eyes yearn for a hug and to send encouragement to you. I think Addie, the little girl she will belong to when she gets to Texas, will be thrilled to have her princess monster. Today she's sitting on my desk making me smile every now and again.
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