These Are the Special Times

This past week we squeezed in yet another day to remember.

I'm so glad we started this biennial tradition,

a number of years ago because Julene was home.

We take a day, most often a day and a night 

to spend in Vancouver.

Just us ladies. 

2020 was a year to remember for obvious reasons.

I remember Kari taking one of those roll away clothing racks,

and we filled it up because we were so happy to be shopping.

The three of them all tried on the same outfits,

something they would likely never purchase, 

just for a good laugh. 

What stands out for 2018 is that we had tickets to see Mama Mia

at a small theatre on Granville. 

It's one of my best memories together! 

2016 was a year when Kristal and Kari both had small children at home yet,

so an uninterrupted sleep at a hotel and eating at favorite places

was especially wonderful. 

These are the special times,

for laughter, heart to heart conversations

and intentional time set aside. 

Time well invested.