Tiny Treasure

After eight loooooong days in Washington, D.C., Eric returned home laaaaaate last night.  We are SOOOO happy to have him back!!!!  I am also thankful for the reinforcements that came in this weekend (Thanks Granny and Aunt B), and I have a whole new appreciation for my friends who have hubbies who travel for work.  You, gals, are super stars!  It is rarity for Eric and for that I am immensely grateful!

Eric asked each boy from which monument or memorial they would like a sovenier.  Caleb chose the Washington Monument (because it is "so tall") and Seth chose the Lincoln Memorial (because it is "fancy").  They were excited to find their treasures at their breakfast spots this morning.

The Lincoln Memorial has not left Seth's side all day.  It went with us grocery shopping, to drop off the recycling, and to school to drop off some papers.  It also sat right by Seth's side while he ate lunch.  When asked about his new companion, he said, "I carry it around so much, because it is from Daddy."

We are so glad you are home, honey!


A couple of pictures of the real thing: