Joan's Burgers and Brew Night

One of the sweetest times on earth is having everyone back in the nest for an evening. It happens so rarely, that I just can't let go of it! Last night was such a night. Gathered because of the Olympics, two birthdays, and circumstances, we grabbed the occasion to enjoy Joan's Burgers and Brew.

This has a longgg history here. For as long as I can remember, Friday night was the night to take a break from coming up with something to cook. We ALWAYS have Burgers on Friday night...in the summer, with chips and dip, in the winter, baked french fries. Throw in some fruit and we're good to go. Pop is ok too. Moms of 5 need a break. Since my lovely hubby does not enjoy cooking, I grab the flipper and head outside to the grill. Thus...the Joan's Burgers and Brew name.

After the food was prepared, I savored the moments of laughter, emptying of cabinets by one year olds, and the "skating around the island" of the 8, 5, and 3 year old...with son Shane counting the time for our "Junior Olympics"! There were tired parents, crabby one year olds, and lots of chaos. When son Lance asked me if it was too crazy, I just smiled. Just imagine, my dear son, Lance, when your kiddos are adults, how weird it would be to go weeks without seeing them. I'm treasuring this chaos!!

When the last car left, I was left with an empty house, hubby took a nap, 15 year old watched tv. As I cleaned the last dish, set the chairs on the table for a good vacume and floor scrub, I thanked the Lord for each of my lovely children, and the joys their marriages and children have brought to my soul. I'm kinda tired today. It's been a busy week at work, and after they were gone, it was back to the computer for a bit more work preparing for next week. Am I happy? I'm glowing. Thanks, Lord, for Clint, Lance, Megan, Shane, Alec....it was a ton of work raising them...I'm not finished yet, but the joy of being a parent and grandparent, and being in a loving relationship with their dad is the best!!

God is Good. And I LOVE Joan's Burgers and Brew.