Where the Heart Is

You know how people constantly quote "Home is where the heart is" and "Home is wherever I'm with You"- ?

I've realized more and more each year that I'm away from my Family (by 12 hours, if we're being specific) that a piece of my heart is always there. I absolutely love the support, encouragement, the laughter, and the memories that come with visiting my Family in Michigan. When we leave my heart literally hurts, because I'm sad to leave.

I used to feel guilty about that. Because, man. If K is my Husband and the love of my life- I should never miss being anywhere else, right?

I don't feel guilty anymore, though. Because I love my Family. And I love my Husband. Just different kinds of love. And that's totally OK.

I hope you enjoy scrolling through these photos and are able to find something sweet about them.

Also, Happy Christmas Eve. Give your loved ones a big hug if you're so blessed as to be with them.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Michigan Time

Follow along on my instagram :amosven or look up #michigantime to see picture updates of our trip.

Backyard Scenes. Such a soothing view.

 

Every Year, the day before it's time to leave Michigan, I slip the idea of staying another day into K's mind and then gently (or not so) try to convince him that it's the best idea, ever.

He always says, no.

But this Year, it was a YES.

 

Christmas, made!

 

Instead of leaving early tomorrow Morning, we'll be heading out early Sunday Morning. I'm not sure you understand how excited I am about this.

 

We've had an amazing trip. It's been quick and full of buying presents (so last minute this year!!)- but there has been so much laughter. And laughter solves a multitude of issues.

 

I'll have trip-in-review posts up after Sunday, full of pictures.

 

But today, I just wanted to check in since my blog has been sleepy without warning.

Great Lakes

I've been in Michigan visiting my Family for 2 full days now, and while sickness seems to be going around, I'd be happy to stay here for a very long time. (Longer than 5 days, surely!)

(13 hour drive commences. We didn't look this great after like...two hours.)

 

I've been thrifting with my Mom & already spent my entire allowance for "whatever". (I guess that's what I get....My Mom is a "Shop Queen" !)

I bought a Farm House painting for our new house. I love it. Reminds me of the good ole Midwest!

 

My Parents adopted a second little doggy, Runway.

He is SO sweet. About a year old- and just the cutest little fur ball.

Kyle has been trying to convince me to pack him in one of our suitcases when we leave :0)

I'm thinking about it....

Being home is always so bittersweet for me.

More sweet than bitter, of course.

 

For any of you that have left your Family for another State (or Country!) you know what it's like.

I come back to Michigan and feel like myself.

Hugs and Hellos are around every corner. Familiar faces are everywhere. Laughter is constant.

It's just great.

It's hard to leave.

Every time.

It's almost Christmas, people!

Get those gifts! :0)