Together Again
Canon 5D Mark ll, 50 1.2L, 1.2 aperture, 1/125 shutter speed, 640 ISO
We decided to meet Annie at the airport in style tonight. We knew she would have been traveling for almost 24 hours and might need something a little special to cheer her. The kids and I shopped at Goodwill today for these lovely outfits on the way home from church. It really was fun. I know some wonder why my world dims a bit when we are not all together. This is one of the reasons why. My family is fun and full of life. My kids are very close and supportive of one another and I am so grateful. We are not perfect, but we do love one another.
I wish I had gotten shots of Annie’s face when she saw us tonight. Her plane came in early and she was waiting at baggage claim alone. When we saw her we began to shout her name across the airport and run wildly toward her. Johnny literally jumped over the wall of phones to get to her. She seemed a bit stunned by our actions and our apparel. She was still a bit far away but I could tell she was laughing. I think it was just what she needed. We definitely made a special memory (and an impression on other people at the airport). Good times. I did have Katie take a few of me with Annie just to prove that I got dressed up too.
Chris looked like something out of a Charles Dickens book. I love that man. He worked all day leading worship for four church services and then came to the airport at 10:30 at night dressed up like a Christmas geek. I will keep him. He is so patient and loving.
Here are a few more of our geeky Christmas welcome for our Annie-bird. I cannot begin to wrap my heart around the fact that all my birdies are in the nest tonight. I know it is temporary. I plan to soak in every moment.
Happy tonight.
Proverbs 17:22 ~”A joyful heart is good medicine”.
The Crew
Love these People
Safe Place
Christmas Nerds
Happy with Daddy
Keeping a Watch Over the Luggage
These Bags are Secure
Santa Earrings
Sunshine in my Arms
Let's Go Home
Snazzy Daddy
So Much to Tell
8 Comments
You guys are OUT OF CONTROL!!!
What a fun homecoming for you Annie.
Lol, your family looks like a lot of fun 🙂
Yes, I do have some crazy kids! I love Katie’s green shoes! The whole thing was fantastic. I wish I could have been there. I would have laughed so hard! I pick Danny up at the airport on Wednesday night. Should I dress up?
Ugh! I looooove this!!!! So much vibrant and fun love! I always tear up when I read your words about your family. Your gratitude for them seeps through the sentences and straight into the heart! <3 You guys make me happy.
I laughed pretty good at tho one.
Many , many reasons why we love each member of this family. You guys bring joy!
Merry Christmas to all
I had to laugh but I also had to cry. (again) This is so much fun to see. I love you guys. You make me smile without even trying.
JOY personified!!! A breath of fresh air to weary travelers. I love surprises if they don’t involve me 🙂
Thanks for sharing!!! Maryanne I think you just found your picture for December on your calendar!