Temporary Bachelorhood

You've probably heard the term, "Deer-Hunter's Widow"? Well, this week I've been a Girl's-Camp Bachelor. Grandma left Tuesday morning to serve as Food Specialist for our ward's Girl's Camp in American Fork Canyon. She should be home again today.

It's been a little difficult in some ways but not too bad.

1) I've had to worry about waking up on time since Grandma, being the early-riser, was always the one to wake me in the morning. I've had to fix my own breakfast, lunch and dinner. That's not unusual because during the school year when she has to go to be real early and get up real early, I've been doing those things anyway. But this summer I've gotten used to her having breakfast ready for me again.

2) I've had to eat dinner alone all week. That may not sound like much but I miss having her there with me.

3) For some reason, I haven't felt much like doing anything in the evening besides watch a little TV and read a book. Part of that is due to the heat we've had this week, but part of it seems like some of the life has gone out of my life.

4) I don't know whether Minnie misses her, too, or not but she's been coming in the bedroom during the night and barking to be let out. I don't remember hearing her do that before, and it's not much fun for me, either.

I hope all went well with her and the girls' meals. I know she was worried about having enough food for everyone without having TOO much.

All in all, I'll sure be glad when "The Light of my Life" returns today. Plus, it'll be nice to get away together for a week as we enjoy a week at our timeshare, especially since she needs to start work the very day we get back.

OH, and on other topic: "HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DEB!"