the slow pace of normal

Life after a death in the family has been quick to get back to normal but slow in order to take care of feelings in the process. I must say, having kids and their laughter present has made a big difference in easing the grieving process.

We've had playdates

a friend's birthday sleepover

family exercise outings: daddy on his bike, Avalon in her motorized Barbie car, Loudoun on his roller blades and I jogged alongside with Barkley. 

A special date night with our daughter

We've slept in

and gone to church

played where's my water (highly addicting!)

and ordered pizza for dinner. 

The slow pace of normal. It's helping.