Ice scream

Today is the last day in Maine.  What an incredible gift it is to spend the summer with my daughter.  It has been memorable month.  From reconnecting with our Auntie, to laying our aunt Salley to rest, we have managed to stay very connected to our roots.  I only wish dad was alive to experience the joy of Josslyn.  But being home, I feel closer to him and know that one day Joss will know that connection, too.

Joss discovered the wonder of ice cream yesterday.  We gave her a cone of soft serve and she squealed with delight!  She also cried with hysteria when she finished the cone.  She is my child.  Though her disdain for French fries does lend suspicion!

Even though we head back to Florida tomorrow we still have 3 weeks of summer vacation left.  Plenty of time for watermelon, Popsicles, ice cream, lazy naps, and frolicking at the pool.  When it comes to summer vacation, teaching is the greatest profession in the world.  Being a mom is the greatest job!

Feeling grateful and showered with blessing.