What a treat

All weekend I kept saying "What a treat." I felt so treasured this weekend. I went home for the first and possibly only time this semester. I went to the doctor and got my car looked at (to make sure it was up for the trek to NC). I wanted the weekend to be life-giving and had decided I would invite someone to go with me as long as it would be life-giving to them as well. I ended up taking Laura Maloney home. It was perfect. She needed to get off campus and I was just the person to deliver the opportunity.

We met my parents at Maggiano's. We felt so classy. It was unreal.

Another aspect of the trip was stopping by the Apple store to see if they could fix my phone. It was an annoying process..which ultimately was unsuccessful. However being downtown Naperville at night was beautiful. Laura and I walked past all the cute stores under the lit up trees. It was cute. Our drive home was also incredibly relaxing/fun. 

It was a winter wonderland. So relaxing. We also had an oatmeal bar for breakfast which is one of my favorite things in life. Again..what a treat. 

I dropped Laura off at a coffee shop on Saturday so she could get work done. I had some time to read and journal and rest. Again...what a treat. 

Overall it was crazy successful. I am so thankful. I had great conversations with my parents. Laura was so fun to spend time with and share home with. And now..back to school life...which is also great.