Though our staff retreat goes through Thursday morning, Walter and I had other plans in store. Because of the graciousness of the Hume Fellowship, instead of going to the morning meeting at the hotel, we were on our way to the Fresno Airport to pick-up Christopher. As a surprise, the church picked up the expenses to have Christopher flown in for the weekend so he could spend some time with Jennifer and the girls. Everything went PERFECT!
When we got home, Jennifer was doing dishes and Lorelei was sitting at the table finishing her lunch (Addison was down for her nap, but not for long). When Christopher walked into the house. Lorelei just stared in amazement! Then she kinds of whispered, "Mommy, Daddy's here." Jennifer just looked at her like she was confused, Jennifer then looked at Walter to clarify and he just kind of stepped out of the way. Needless to say, a few of us were reduced to tears at this point. Once Jennifer got over the shock, and Lorelei got her hugs, Jennifer went and got Addison out of bed, who proceeded to smile like no other and stayed in Christopher's arms for some time.
Now, I know everyone is going to ask, "did you get pictures?" I am sorry to say, No. But some moments, though captured in time would be nice, the emotion you feel at the moment is fonder than having to worry about getting the right shot. So, no tangible pictures, but one that I will never forget.
So, for the next few days, Christopher, Jennifer, Lorelei, Addison, and even Bella are going to get some much needed family time!! Of course, Walter and I will be around to, getting to enjoy it all, but our desire is for our kids to just enjoy being together.
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