I had a lovely Thanksgiving dinner with our friends (who are very much family to us). I hope you all had a great time too! I've spent some time today, as every day, focused on memories of my family and friends at home though. Mostly, this means that I had big smiles through the day. But now...as everything is settling down and i'm alone with my thoughts, I'm finding the homesick overwhelming. Moving away was the right choice, and very good for my soul. I don't regret that. I do, however, miss them so very much. If 'your people' are near to you, hold them close. Set aside the quarrels of days past and move forward. I know, that when I get back to my sisters, aunts, uncles, cousins and the little ones i've not yet met, i'll do just that. I'll squish them until they beg for mercy, then start again.
Be well. Be safe. Be love.