Getting out of New York was not easy. We rented a car from Hoboken, New Jersey. First we took a cab to the ferry terminal and then took the ferry across the Hudson River to New Jersey. Once we were in the car we had to come back to Manhattan and pick up our belongings. It took 40 minutes to drive the 5 miles back to the Hope Lodge. Jim circled around while I ran back in carrying our luggage, cooler and other belongings back down to the curb. The only other way was for me to circle around and I refuse to drive in the city. We made it and were off by 12:30. It was an incredible feeling to be leaving New York. We did not care if it took us 5 hours or 10 hours to get home. We were going home!
When we arrived home our yard looked terrific. There were flowers planted all around and even in containers in the back. There were balloons and ribbons and two big sign with friends and family signatures welcoming us home. We walked in the house and it was so nice to be home. Everything was clean and straightened. Sara had stocked the refrigerator with essentials and Laura brought over fresh eggs from her chickens.
After emptying the rental van we drove to the Stone's to get Boo. He remembered us and appeared excited to see us. He definitely has aged and has more grey hairs. We have aged too. We visited with Jane and John for a while and Sara and Richard came over bringing grilled chicken and rice. That night Boo slept in our room. He still has all his old habits, including his bad gas. Jim has to wash his hands well every time he pets Boo but it is so good to be reunited.
You are home! And I hear there was quite a crew of people preparing the house to welcome you all back. We can't wait to see you, Jimmy, and Boo!! I bet he is just over the moon to have his family back and he is so lucky to have had such a wonderful home while you all were away.
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