June 29

After a week away on a mission trip with her youth group peers, Abby returned to the homestead this evening. I met her at the church and watched as the high schoolers all hugged one another good-bye, and then we drove home, where we met the boys and headed out to dinner. But first, there was this moment:

She wanted to duck inside the house for a moment before we left for Red Robin, and when she did, she was bum-rushed by the boys.

It made me happy to see the enthusiasm all-around and even happier to think about Someday, when Logan will be in the middle of that hug and our family will be whole once again. And for that thought --and for The Girl's safe return and good time while away!-- I'm grateful.