The grades got done and then it was time to focus on my dad’s memorial and another trip to California.
Claire went with me…
…and so did my daughter.
SO.MUCH.DRIVING.
But it was fun with Dear Daughter along.
Sparkle and Capella had a great time at Suzanne’s house (#gratitude), and Pozy and Harper B stayed home with a capable house/dog/cat sitter (aka one of Dear Sons).
The trip was a family reunion, as such things tend to be. Dear Daughter and I brought flowers to the resting family, including my mom.
My sisters and I made a slide show for the memorial — one of my brothers played the guitar so it was accompanied by live music. It was lovely.
Sparkler Zed’s dad showed up to the memorial in person — that was so touching and kind. Thank you, Tony. And thank you to those who joined via Zoom, and those who were resting their hearts and minds on the day. I am so grateful for such a wonderful community.
We even got a photo of the five Sontag siblings at the memorial. The fact that we are adults has not changed the reality that it is REALLY hard to get everyone: 1) together; and 2) keeping their eyes open 😂
There is less than four years and two months between the oldest and the youngest — and no twins!
It was an emotional trip, as you might imagine.
But so worthwhile and wonderful.
Now that is done.
WHEW.
I stopped in Boise on the way home for a quick party…
Even Daisy got in on the fun!
Yesterday was my official birthday and it started off well, thanks to Lori.
Cronut!!! SWOON. Thank you, Lori ❤️
It also ended well.
There was lots of exercise in between those sweet bookends of the day — no worries!
And there was a conversation on my birthday with a Special Agent investigating my father’s death 🥺 No, not much is simple or easy right now.
Except the dogs — they are always easy and wonderful ❤️ This is Claire after tracking yesterday.
And now we turn our attention to Wildflowers.
The canine version — as in the Wildflowers third birthday! I look forward to the updates 🌻 Let the parties begin!
Have a wonderful Thursday.