In just a few short days I’ll be on my way back to Texas! This will be my first visit since we moved to London almost three years ago. To say that I’m completely overwhelmed is an understatement. I just don’t know how I’m going to feel. I’m sure it will be an emotional week reuniting with family and friends, not to mention my only child is getting married! It will be a whirlwind week of excitement and Tex-Mex.
I’m really looking forward to see these two again.
Looking back, it probably wasn’t the best plan. I wanted to show them EVERYTHING. This meant they spent nine days in the back seat of our car as we drove to Wales, ferried over to Ireland, drove up to Northern Ireland, ferried over to Scotland, drove through the highlands and then all the way back to London. It was way too ambitious but we managed to squeeze it all in, making wonderful memories along the way.
It was an absolute joy to share this place with them. From the second I arrived on this side of the pond, there has been this constant thought in my head about my family. “I wish they were here. They would love this!” Every time one of them comes to visit, I feel complete, a dream fulfilled.
Having them here was just perfect. I knew my brother would love this place as much as I do and I was right. I just had to look at him as he gazed out over the Highlands to know exactly how he was feeling. It was one of those moments I’ll tuck away forever.
These are just some photos from a few of the many places along the way. Over the next few weeks, I'll be sharing many more and some details about all of the places we visited on our intensive road trip.
Where was your most memorable family road trip?
I don't know how you did all that in nine days! I understand that feeling of wanting to see it all, but I've learned (at least for myself) that I'm always better off missing something than trying to do too much. I'm sure your family really enjoyed getting to spend time with you and Matt, though. Road trips are a really fun way to travel with family...as long as it's family you actually like. :)
ReplyDeleteWoohooo male nurses!! Also I cannot wait to get my brothers over here and show them everything!
ReplyDeleteMan what an awesome road trip! So happy you get to return home, I can't believe it's been 3 years for you! Soak it all in and eat some yummy spicy food for me :)
ReplyDeleteoh my goodness, have you ever heard anyone pronounce that insanely long word??! That's madness!!
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love having friends and family over here, it always feel like my two worlds are meeting :)
You have written (spoken) many times about how much you have been missing your family. I hope you enjoy your trip 'home' and cherish the time you get to spend with them. Safe Travels xx
ReplyDeleteGreat pictures! I am sure they ensured there time in the UK. I hope you will be taking pictures of Texas. For some reason Texas has always been one of those states that I would love to visit so hope to see some pictures when you come back.
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ReplyDeleteBack from Texas and recovering from a whirlwind week. Texas is wonderful. The Hill Country is particularly pretty. I didn't take nearly enough photos. We were so busy! I need to go back again soon. Three years was way too long to be away. xo Selena
ReplyDeleteThank you so much, Sue. It was a wonderful trip, but so full of emotions. I cried way more than necessary, but mostly happy tears. That saying Goodbye part is what really gets to me. But, my sweet baby girl is married! I wouldn't have missed that for the world. xo Selena
ReplyDeleteMatt can actually say it. Me, nope. I love having visitors here, too. It feels good to share my life with them. I need to convince someone else to plan a trip. We're about due. xo Selena
ReplyDeleteSo much Tex Mex!!! I definitely got my fill and had a wonderful time!! It won't be three more years before the next trip. xo Selena
ReplyDeleteYou're going to have so much fun! I wish they could all move here. It was so hard to say goodbye to everyone all over again. But, it was wonderful being home. xo Selena
ReplyDeletelol It was definitely close quarters and we all do like each other. But such an amazing trip. It was great to see them all this last week and they've now forgiven me. It was a good lesson to learn. xo Selena
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