My Other Mother

After being away from home for nearly 4 weeks (taking care of my niece and working in Columbus, Ohio), I was more than ready to get back to Denver.  In addition to being out of clean clothes and home sick, Kory's mom was in town for a visit - so I had even more to look forward to than usual.  As our only regular visitor, we always enjoy our time with mama Mare, and this was no exception. 

For those who know Marilyn and have been lucky enough to sample her kitchen creations, you know her cooking is legendary... and let me tell ya, I haven't eaten food so pleasing to my tastebuds in a long long time! (I'm salivating just thinking about it.)  In the meantime, when we weren't eating or talking about what we may get to eat, the four of us just relaxed and enjoyed our time together.

Sam was certainly not neglected in her Grammy's presence.  She never had to nudge twice - Mama Mare was a tug playin' queen and I'm certain little Sammie was just as sad as we were to see her leave.

But before her departure, I had one item on the agenda that had to be checked off - I was dying to show her my "potential" dress and get a mother's opinion.  When we walked into the bridal store, the women immediately assumed she was my own mother.  I thought it was adorable and fun to play along...   and felt no need to correct them.   And after trying on the dress and getting Marilyn's seal of approval, I was far more confident in my selection than before. 

Needless to say, it was an awesome weekend... and I cannot wait to move to Pennsylvania and schedule my first cooking lesson from my "other mother!" 


Kory's mama brings out the silly little boy in him...