We were told to expect a whirlwind our first vacation back home, but it feels more like a tornado. Trying to balance friends, family, and our own kids has been such a focus that we forget that we are actually on vacation. We are loving seeing everyone and spending quality time with our friends and family, but how do we get out of this tornado that is sweeping us away? How can we balance things and still stay sane? Maybe this is just the way it is and we need to get used to our summer holidays being crazy.
Many people ask us what we miss about our home. We usually pause before we answer, which leaves many with a sad expression. It is just a very difficult question and it is something we tried not to think about to much our first year away. It just could have been to painful for us to think about everything we miss. Of course we miss our friends and family, and then a few small things like going shopping and trying on clothes. I also miss a good grocery store and costco! Also, missing the freedom of just driving anywhere and everywhere.
We do not miss the crazy, busy lifestyle that just makes your life zoom right on by in a blink. We also do not miss gas prices, car payments, driving the kids everywhere, and teaching in a classroom with 30 students and a lack of technology.
The below link explains a little on how we are feeling. However, I wish we knew a 2nd language! Maybe next summer we will be able to relate to that point of the article.
Have We Changed?
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