#insaneroastrip day 10

Today was a rough day. I didn't sleep great last night. And then I got up at 5:15 to go for a run before headed out from Lisa's place to Elaine's. But it was a good run. I needed it desperately. To really stretch out my legs. Granted it was humid at 6 am when I started and already 75 degrees. And I ran across a skunk who thankfully found me scary enough to run away but not scary enough to try and spray me. It was a beautiful run at sunrise









We made it out the door only about 5-10 minutes later than I wanted. Not too shabby for the girls not getting up until 7:30. After hugs and goodbyes (dang I hate those!), I drove away. Sad to be leaving behind another friend but thankful for the next set of memories.

The drive was uneventful in that it was a 7-hour drive. There seemed to more bickering between the girls but it could have just been my own exhaustion. I think the heat is kicking all of our asses.

But we did show up at Elaine's and this little face made me want to squeeze her.



Dang her K is frakin adorable and much more petite than I thought she'd be.

This was tonight's dessert.



And now? Now I'm snuggled on the couch. My girls are sound asleep and my eyes are heavy. Good night all! See you back here for day 11!!



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  1. *Lissa*June 15, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    I love catching up on all your updates! xoxo

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  2. BariJune 15, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    ((hugs)) the goodbyes must be so hard, but I'm glad you are getting to see so many of us hookers, even if it's only for a couple days.

    Love and miss you!

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  3. RooJune 26, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    These updates are the best. :)

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