Sunday thoughts

It's kind of crazy lately when I think of the changes that have taken place in our lives. Rog and I have been feeling an empty void in our lives as our kids take on their own lives. Sunday mornings when we aren't camping we have been going up Provo Canyon and either walking or riding our bike. It's so beautiful up there.
With Shana and her family gone and Troy and Kori away we are relying on Jared and Kristi and their girls to keep us company. They are so busy too though so it's hard to get together. They'll be coming over today for Sunday dinner though so it will be nice to visit with them.
Life goes on. Many changes take place. It's exciting to see our kids making choices in their lives that are positive. As a parent you only want them to be successful and happy. I love the times that we are together. I love the noises of the little kids laughing, screaming and having a good time. I miss the little handprints on my walls and windows. I'm tempted sometimes to just keep them there as a reminder that they're still close by.
I hope as I get older that I won't ever be a burden to my children. I remember my mom saying the same thing. I want to be able to hold my own, take care of myself, be self sufficient. Even though I loved helping my mom as she was sick, feeding her, brushing her hair I don't ever want to have my kids feel like they have to help me.
I know Roger feels the same way. He always feels like a burden but he's not. I know I haven't been very patient at times but I'm trying. He does his best to keep up and to not be a burden. I know as a spouse that you vow to be there in sickness and in health and that's what we have to do for each other.