My ticket is purchased. Excited!
By Marie Coyle
@MarieCoyle (38702)
November 12, 2022 4:19pm CST
My youngest daughter and her family are in Florida. Usually, as in before Covid and all the craziness, we visit often. I fly there or they come here. She has a demanding job in a big hospital and getting time off has been very difficult for her since Covid started. She had one little guy, who is now 5. She got pregnant with the second, which she says is her last, the same month Covid hit, and I did get down there to meet my new grandson and play with the other one. Usually, I go back and forth and don't worry about the next visit being too long in the future.
So yesterday, she said she really wanted me there for Thanksgiving week. I got my act together and lined up some care for my son here, and I am leaving Saturday. I am so happy to be able to go. Son here says he wants me to, he knows I miss the babies and family. I got out my suitcase and my ticket is purchased. No doubt the time will fly by, and I will feel like it was way too short, but I am going and am so happy about it.
Truly this year I will be extra thankful to get to see my Florida family for Thanksgiving!
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@kobesbuddy (78871)
• East Tawas, Michigan
12 Nov 22
This will be a fun vacation for you, since COVID you weren't able to do this.
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@MarieCoyle (38702)
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12 Nov 22
I have been there since it started, but it's been a year. The last time I flew, I wore double masks, the airports were a nightmare, and my flight was delayed for hours because the pilot got Covid. I was pretty scared. Hopefully, this will be a good trip. I can't go forever without seeing my family, I just can't. Thank you, Kharla.
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@kobesbuddy (78871)
• East Tawas, Michigan
12 Nov 22
@MarieCoyle My daughter works in the medical field. I see them about once a year and we both live in Michigan! She seldom gets time off, her work schedule is awful:(
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@MarieCoyle (38702)
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12 Nov 22
@kobesbuddy
It has been very hard on her and the entire family. I am very proud of her, as I am sure you are of yours, also.
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@oahuwriter (26777)
• United States
12 Nov 22
How wonderful! Shame your Son can't go with you to Florida, too. But maybe transport too hard on him. Happy Holidays! So happy for you and family!
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@oahuwriter (26777)
• United States
13 Nov 22
@MarieCoyle
Understood. Maybe a video chat so your son can see everyone and almost be with family? It's up to you. Yes, everything will be fine!
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@MarieCoyle (38702)
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14 Nov 22
@oahuwriter
Yes, we plan on doing the video chat. I am feeling some guilt about going, but I know if I don't get away soon I am going to go to the funny farm.
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@MarieCoyle (38702)
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12 Nov 22
He loves his family, but he doesn't want to go. Yes, it would not work at this time for him to fly, too many medical issues.
I probably should not go, honestly. But I have been doing this for a long, long time, being a caregiver, and I am not in the best of health, either. I am hopefully leaving him in good hands while I am gone.
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@LadyDuck (472074)
• Switzerland
13 Nov 22
@MarieCoyle Mine moved one our ago... 0.02 cent
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@MarieCoyle (38702)
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13 Nov 22
No, mine has not budged at all. Maybe it will be fixed soon, I’m sure they are working on fixing the problem,
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@aninditasen (16503)
• Raurkela, India
13 Nov 22
Hope you are happy with your family.
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@aninditasen (16503)
• Raurkela, India
14 Nov 22
@MarieCoyle Hope you have a good time.
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@MarieCoyle (38702)
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14 Nov 22
@aninditasen
I always do. I play with the kids and I help cook meals. That's pretty much it. It's a vacation for me!
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@MarieCoyle (38702)
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13 Nov 22
Thank you, I am looking forward to spending time with them.
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@CarolDM (203422)
• Nashville, Tennessee
12 Nov 22
@MarieCoyle I know it does and I am very happy for you.
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@MarieCoyle (38702)
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12 Nov 22
Thank you, Carol. My kids make me feel so loved and welcome, and it helps my heart a lot.
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@MarieCoyle (38702)
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15 Nov 22
I do so wish they lived closer. Maybe some day. I used to love to travel. Since Covid it isn't nearly as fun or convenient.
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@MarieCoyle (38702)
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15 Nov 22
@Neil43
Yes, it truly is. But it will be worth the inconvenience to just get to see them all.
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@Neil43 (3362)
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15 Nov 22
@MarieCoyle Yes. It is very inconvenient to travel these days.
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@kaylachan (71762)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
12 Nov 22
You should it sounds like its well-deserved.
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@MarieCoyle (38702)
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12 Nov 22
Not sure but OH, I want to see them!! I have so much fun with the babies. And they grow way, way too quickly.
@Marilynda1225 (83109)
• United States
14 Nov 22
So happy for you and I know how much you'll enjoy seeing your daughter and family.
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@Deepizzaguy (104150)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
13 Nov 22
Family time on Thanksgiving is very special time.
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@Deepizzaguy (104150)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
13 Nov 22
@MarieCoyleYou are welcome since the recent Thanksgiving celebrations have been quiet in the last two years.
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@MarieCoyle (38702)
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13 Nov 22
Most years it has been for me, there have been a few that were not so great. I am so glad to be able to go. Thank you, George.
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@MarieCoyle (38702)
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13 Nov 22
It means a lot to me to see them all as often as possible, thank you.
