Much-Needed Pause

In the midst of pre-departure angst (growing stronger every day), I finally cracked under the pressure and ran away to the Bay for a couple of days. Jack and Michelle were staying at The Grand for an alleged law conference (like anyone believes that, Jack) and I went over to occupy the second bed so that Grace could sleep on the floor.

We had a great time! Grace has never had much use for me before now, but evidently she's old enough now to fully appreciate my charms, because we're total BFFs now. And it's only normal that when people see me with my little red-headed shadow, they make assumptions. This leads to somewhat awkward conversations wherein well-meaning matrons ask how old she is, and I mumble, "Uh, I think she's three." (Mother of the Year I am not.)

So thanks for the invite, folks! Hope this house guest wasn't too much of a hassle.