back to the routine

Dan's mom left this morning and thus ends our month long string of family visitors. We had a great time having our parents here and appreciate all the time spent together. Now I have the task of getting the kids back on "normal" routines. It shouldn't be too bad. It's nice to know that Christmas is right around the corner. The stores are all decorated here already and I'm anticipating going to some European Christmas Markets. The weather has been fairly nice and we are still able to be outside everyday. It is the early darkness that is the most difficult to accept.