Our vacation to Cali was so great. I miss everything about it but it's not home anymore.
The kids love grandma and papuchoni so much. They had the best time being spoiled by them. I can still hear my parents chuckles as Little Lady or Little Man said or did something silly. Those moments are priceless.
My mom said that for the first time she felt like the kids knew who their grandma and papuchoni were... it kinda made me happy and sad.
I am glad we stayed for 2 whole months.
I loved hearing the kids pick up spanish words from papuchoni "sientate" sit down they hollered. I want NIEVE....please? The request were endless. They even called my brother uncles and my aunts and uncles TIO and TIA.
I think this goodbye was a little harder then last because the kids understand what is happening. As excited as they were to leave to see daddy. This morning they asked for everyone including cookie my parents dog.
It's hard explaining to everyone including my kids why we are so far from everyone we love. When we are in cali we miss our east coast family and friends and now once again being home we miss everyone in cali.
Being one of the first in my Mexican family to move far away from "home" and everything i've known has been challenging. I don't think it ever gets easier. I look forward to many more visits to see the family and friends.
One thing I know will always remain the same is the love my family has for us. We maybe home now but boy are we full of love!
We miss you all so much!
Aw Ruby! Beautiful post!!!
ReplyDeleteHome is where the heart is. And looks like you have hearts and homes on both coasts. Your children are so blessed.
XOXO
Lisa
Oh, my God, Ruby you're gonna make me cry. I'm so happy you had a chance to reconnect with your familia. Two months ... estoy celosa. I've been on the East Coast, now, 16 years and although I desperately miss my family and childhood friends, Boston has become home for me. My life changed in wonderful ways when I moved away. Missing you, my friend. A big hug and kiss to you. Wishing I were at BlogHer with you and the ladies.
ReplyDeletesounds like you had an awesome time, sucks saying bye though.
ReplyDeleteWe have such similar stories, Ruby...it's hard not to tear up thinking of my old home, too. having those long trips are so good for the babies though, especially when they lack our Latino culture in our new homes. Mucho amor, amiga.
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