Too Long Between Hugs

Three years it had been since I've hugged one of my blood relatives. My recollection has it as four Christmases / New Years' ago (2018/2019). I was lucky enough to have an extended stay while I waited for my visa but that had it's own stressors. 

Roughly 1000 days since I've seen my big sister in the flesh. And tomorrow I get to hug her neck. 
The last time I saw her I didn't have a child and I wasn't married. During these 1000 days she has sent her eldest to boarding school at the top end of the earth. I know it broke her heart a little, and the best we could do was connect via WhatsApp. 
I can't wait for my boy to meet his Debbie Debbie Dumpling. 

I will be cautiously optimistic until her plane touches down at JFK. Once it does I will soak up every bit of the next 5 days. 

Comments

  1. ChrisMarch 17, 2022 at 6:31 PM

    Oh my, 1000 days feels like a lifetime! I hope you have a wonderful visit!

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  2. Mrs. Lanious' Class Reading BlogMarch 17, 2022 at 6:31 PM

    Debbie Debbie Dumpling is one lucky lady. Her nickname alone made my day. Soak up her love and company. Thanks for sharing.

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  3. Carrie HMarch 19, 2022 at 2:01 PM

    Three years is so long for siblings. I would think anyway. I wish you a blessed reunion and time together. And I hope you thoroughly enjoy your hug around the neck!

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