In the Heartland

Charlotte and I jetted to Indiana last week to see my Mom, and for Molly and I to make some decisions about her future care.

Since Charlotte would be missing a full week of school, Molly arranged for her to go to school every day with her cousin Reese, since they are both in kindergarten. Reese's sweet teachers welcomed Charlotte with open arms, creating a cubby, desk, and special supplies for her. That also meant she had the same schoolwork and homework as the other kids!

Since we usually have to be at our bus stop at 7:45 am, and in Indiana we didn't have to leave the house until 8:55 am, we had lots of time for early morning extra activities.

Like playing in the snow...

Curling hair in ringlets...

And making treats for the class Valentine's Day party...

Of course we spent every day with Mom, visiting in her room, eating at the dining hall, and going out for muffins and coffee at Panera. Molly and I also spent quite a bit of time at her facility meeting with her caretakers and the financial office to plan for her future, as well.

Molly managed to sneak in a CrossFit workout or two while the kids were in school.

Lastly, we were visited by the Paleo Princess one morning, sparkles on the face and all. Molly decided to put on her wedding dress, which she is about to pay forward, and pretend to be a princess for the girls. They were duly impressed!!

The trip was equally wonderful and challenging. Wonderful to spend more time with beloved family, but difficult to see my Mom suffering from Alzheimer's.