Propinquity

When Adrielle was two months old, I left Ryan as a single parent for the first time. It took a lot of time and preparation in order to leave and when all was said an done was gone for five days.

Since that time, I have left Ryan and Adrielle seven times. (Wow.) With plenty more to come.

Yesterday was the return from my seventh trip and I was ecstatic to be home. I enjoy traveling and I enjoy my colleagues and my job. But let's be honest, I only really want to spend every waking moment with my little girl and husband.

When I rang the doorbell, I heard Adrielle squeal inside. Apparently Ryan had been telling her all afternoon that I was coming home, and she knew it was me. It was so wonderful to see her face light up with a huge smile and to see my sweetheart. And while I hate the propinquity between us when I'm traveling, the faces and smiles definitely makes the wait worth it!

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