Torres Times Two: The Higher Calling

WOW! I'm really doing better than last year, but it's been 2 weeks since I've blogged! I can't believe how time flies when you're having fun.

So, this past weekend, I went on a cruise with 2 of my San Antonio girlfriends! Yes, this trip was husband-free AND child-free! It was 4 nights of bliss with room service, maid service, wonderful restaurants, dancing the nights away, funny shows, girl talk, and even some shopping & beach time in Mexico. PURE BLISS, I say. :)

I did miss Gonzalo & the girls while I was away, and I was a little sad (note: A LITTLE) at how well they managed on their own. Although, it may have helped that I left a 4-page letter with directions! LOL! They went to Chuck E. Cheese, had a picnic in the backyard, and even made it to church on Sunday. I'm going to make leaving a priority at least once a year...it's good bonding for Daddy-daughters, right?

One morning last week, as I'm sweeping Cheerios off the floor, I had a little twinge of longing. I missed getting all dressed up on the cruise ship. I even miss putting on my business suit and going to work! I went from making great money to somehow sweeping Cheerios off the floor. How did that happen?? And, of course, I'm still in my pj's. Doesn't seem that glamorous.

But then I'm reminded of those two precious girls that I am shaping everyday. And THAT is a full-time job! Sure, somedays I'd love to drop them at a daycare and go to work and talk to people that are taller than 3-feet. I'd love to bring home that big paycheck again and feel as if I can buy almost anything I want and not feel guilty. But this is where I'm supposed to be...sweeping up the Cheerios. It's the better (yet much harder) job of the two. Don't get me wrong, I do understand working moms...I used to be one! And if you have to work, you have to. I did. But I tell you from experience that staying home is far more work than I ever did at a job. And it's also the most rewarding!

I know there will be more times when I miss getting dressed up, bringing home a big paycheck, and adult conversation. Many more times! But I hope I remember that my job here is the most important I could ever have. And I sure hope I'm doing it well. These days will pass by so quickly...they already do. And I know then that I will be missing those Cheerios on the floor.

Whew, that makes me wanna cry!

Okay, on a happier note, here are some recent pics of the girls: