Guess Who Came...... to Visit????

I was on the computer one morning & my phone rang....t'was a relative wanting to see the transplanted duo & of course, I said when???  She was already on the road & would be approaching Arlington Heights in 30 minutes. 

 Since the Duds was still in deep slumber from his breakfast - Joan decided to greet Gracie Grace first.....it was very sweet b/c GG knew her immediately & wanted her affection.

   And got it!!! Was that a tear I saw rolling down my sister's cheek?  Yep :)

    Dudley finally caught on that there was a new scent in the house & greeted her very enthusiastically. He would come by me - as if asking - is it really who I think it is & then go back to greet her w/ more kisses. It was sight to behold :)  Then we went out to the back yard for some photo time......

         Of course, we couldn't leave out Festus...so he joined in :))



It was strange not having the big presence of Bella around ...as she would have shoved the others aside to get to her beloved Joanie....but...life goes on & we continue to love & appreciate what is in front of us every day :)