Amelia's Mountain Trip

Today Amelia went to the mountains with her friend Sammy and Sammy's dad, Rick. They were supposed to be home "by dark" but didn't roll in until after 8:00. It was the first time Amelia has been away from either James, myself, or James' parents for that long and it was hard for all of us. James gave up his Sunday with her so she could go on this trip. I found myself worried and out of sorts all day. I didn't like her being away with someone that I don't know very well, driving in the mountains, not knowing how Amelia would do being away from me all day. It didn't help that he wasn't answering his phone, so I couldn't check in, and didn't hear from him until 7:30.

However, Amelia did have a blast. And that is what is important. She did say that while they were having dinner at Timberline she really wanted to be home. Which is understandable. I think that's when it set in how long she had been away (to a six year old 10 hours in a different environment must seem like a very, very long time). I didn't get much more information out of her because she was so tired, and just wanted to curl up and snuggle. I am sure I will learn more tomorrow. I am just so happy that she is home!