Home Sweet Home

Just checking in...

I've been home for a couple days now and I can't believe I thought it was freezing in NY before I left — it's unbearable here!
But the snow is beautiful.

My little sister is grown all of a sudden! Feels like it happened overnight.
Our relationship is changing and, while I'm happy we are starting to understand each other better, it's definitely taking some getting used to. I've been watching her interact with friends and I must say it's funny seeing how similar we are and, yet, she's developed her own special brand of sass ; )

I remember thinking I had it all figured out at her age, and I wouldn't believe anyone who told me otherwise. Now I know better (sort of), but no matter how much I wish she could learn from my experiences, she has to make her own choices and face obstacles on her own two feet. Sometimes I don't think parents can remember back that far, and they've forgotten how important it is to have the freedom to make mistakes during your adolescence.
I also realize I may change my tune after having kids of my own...

Anyhoo, this afternoon is family gym day — off to yoga!