May 1st marked the opening of Halibut season and really the beginning of charter fishing season for Kevin. Although this is very good for our financial situation, Abby and I are already starting miss Daddy and do not look forward to all the time he will be gone this summer. While we already experienced some significant time apart during crab season in January and February, Abby wasn't old enough then to even realize her Daddy was gone. But now when Kevin was away for four days over this last weekend, Abby seemed to miss him and gave him a big, excited smile when he walked in the door Sunday night. She also got to enjoy some time with her Daddy the next morning before he headed back to Westport to do some more work on his boat and to leave us for another few days. =(
Abby enjoying the sunny morning with her Daddy.
Although I am anxious for summer to arrive, bringing with it all the fun and new things Abby will get to experience, it's hard not to get down thinking of all that her Daddy will miss. He is sad too. I've never liked that Kevin's job takes him away during my favorite time of the year. And I'm guessing this summer will be even harder than the past six summers were. But that is the life of a fisherman's wife...and now a fisherman's daughter.
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I really do understand. I love seeing the relationship between my girls and their dad and I hate that he misses so much. It makes me so thankful for every moment we have together.
When I start getting cranky, long about 5pm when other friend's husbands are just getting home from work, I'll say a prayer for you too. Parenting on your own is hard work. Get some help, take a break, and take lots of pictures. :)
I love the second picture of Kevin and Abby. That is a good one to frame. It is precious.
I know it isn't the same, but my girls also always have a hard time returning to a normal daddy working schedule when the school year starts. They always adjust to the schedule, though, and so will Abby. She will get used to the way things are and will eventually not think anything of it. I will pray that your family adjusts quickly!
Sorry Sarah,Hugs and prayers I send to you! I wish we lived closer so quick-er visits could happen. We need to plan that play date!!
I hope you all adjust quickly to the new routine of not having daddy around much.
hugs!
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