Adios

This morning I sent my father on his way with a thermos of coffee, lots of hugs, and a couple "drive carefully"s. I even did the midwestern thing and stood in my yard, waving as he started up his vehicle and drove out of sight. It will be nice to have my house back to normal, and the cats are looking much more relaxed already (little emotional barometers, they are!), but I am sad to have this visit come to an end. I can't say I like entertaining, but I sure do like spending time with family. He has a long drive ahead of him, so wish him clear skies, easy traffic and good radio stations.