Family

So I am not a homebody by any means but lately I have been reminded of the things that are nice about living at home or with a family. I have recently started dating a boy from Lewiston and he is presently living at home with his parents. His brother, sister-in-law, and cousin are also temporarily living in the same home.

Last night I was invited over to my boyfriend’s home to have dinner. I miss home cooked meals so much! I live in the dorms at school and am on a meal plan. I have nothing against the SUB but food cooked by families just seems so much more rich, tasteful, and filling.

Last night I also realized that it is not just immediate family things that I miss being around. There were also some family friends over last night for dinner and these particular friends have a 7 month old baby. I was in heaven. I have not got to play with a baby in so long! The baby did end up spitting up all over my pants. bless my boyfriend's mom's heart, she took my jeans and put them in the wash. Oh how I miss having a washing machine and dryer that I don't have to put quarters into.

I miss the home cooked meals, the stories told at dinner and all throughout the day. I also miss my parents, sisters, and cousins especially. It makes me a little bit sad that I am missing so much of the younger years of many of my relatives. I even miss my dog a bit even though I hardly know him and even though he likes to bark. I am so thankful for my family and I truly do miss them even though I am pretty independent.