This week has been active and busy as we start to prep for the onslaught of holidays that are heading our way. My Dad will be with us for Thanksgiving this year. It is his first time with me for the holiday, as Turkey day was always my Mom's holiday with me. I think I am nervous. First of all, he has never stayed with me before and is actually staying with me and Ken. Secondly, he has never had my cooking before. While I know I am a good cook, it is still a little unnerving. Finally, my Mom's birthday falls on Thanksgiving this year. She would have been 65 and I am already feeling a little blue about not getting to celebrate her very favorite days on the same day with her. You know? I do not want my sadness to overshadow my joy for sharing the holiday with my Dad, but at the same time, I do not want the joy of sharing it with my Dad to take away from the memories I celebrate with and of my Mom. I hope this makes sense. I mean, I know the logic of it all, but...
PS: Let's give this Q and A thing another go
Q: What is the farthest you have traveled to celebrate the holidays?
A: For me, personally, I have not ever had to travel very far. In College I had to drive from Fresno (Central CA) to Los Angeles and in my adult life, it has been pretty much the same. From Vegas to LA is only about 4.5 hours, and that is as far as I have had to go. Unlike my husband, who has had to do tons of traveling for the holidays. Hopefully, he will share some of his adventures with you all.
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In terms of how far I've had to travel, the farthest would have to be Christmas 2004 - my parent's last in Buffalo. Originally, I was supposed to fly into Buffalo on the morning of December 23rd, but due to a freak storm in Cincy, I got stuck there, and flew into Hartford, CT where my sister picked my up, then picked up my Brother in Law in Albany before finally making it to Buffalo about 7 p.m. on Christmas Eve. I think that ended up being nearly 40 hours of travel time when all was said and done to fly domestic!
On the Turkey Day thing, don't sweat it. Your Mom will always be with you, but you can enjoy a pleasant holiday with your Dad as well.
Just up to Idaho so it is a 8+ hour drive. Not to bad if you break it up. (OK I have to knock on wood considering that is where Christmas is this year).
Maybe you can take a little time in the morning (maybe a walk alone) to remember all the great times with your mom. Then just try and focus on the good positive things in life like having your dad for Thanksgiving. Love you!!
When I was 10 we traveled to Texas for Christmas with my Mom's family, so that's definitely the farthest.
Driving home to Massachusetts from Ohio for Christmas all through college. 10+ hours if you are not like me who drives like a maniac and can make it in 8.5.
How about thinking of something special you do that day specifically for your mom so you can honor her in your own way and still have a great time with your dad.
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