Avleigh's Journey

Avleigh is now 4 years old. I’ve never left her for more than a weekend before. I have always felt like I needed to be close because she needs me ALL the Time especially as she gets older and more needy. It’s not that I don’t have trust for her other care givers, it’s a self issues that I have. I’m her everything… her voice and primary “person”. I understand her needs. I know when she’s sick and how to help her. I get her and she knows it. I’m spoiled for her as much as she’s spoiled for me. If something ever happened while I’m away I don’t think I could ever forgive myself. So believe me when I say leaving on Friday morning was so difficult! I took a girls trip with my mom, sisters and nieces in celebration of my godchild’s graduation. While I was there I missed my sweet girls all so much. My husband was the absolute best by taking the girls to have fun while I was away. He sent me videos of Avleigh bowling for the first time. He sent plenty of pictures of her and Alyssa smiling and enjoying themselves. He helped me to enjoy my time away by making me feel comfortable knowing they were happy.

The trip was absolutely wonderful. I returned home on Monday feeling refreshed and ready to pick up right we’re I left off. When I arrived, I walked into our kitchen and was immediately greeted with screams of excitement and huge hugs from Alyssa. Our dogs were so excited that they were constantly jumping on me trying to get my attention. As I walked through and seen Avleigh lying on the floor I bent down to hover over her but it took her a few seconds to recognize who I was. When she finally put my voice to my face the smile on her face was priceless. The feeling of her being so excited to see me made this trip that much more special.

For those moms hesitating to take the time off and away, I advise you to Take the Trip!