Ode to the Family.

So folks, here I am once more sitting and doing something that should never be done alone; Thinking.

Family seems to be something everyone has/needs right? I love mine, and would never wish for another one, however; for the last several weeks I have been going to church each Sunday with another family here in Seattle. I really enjoy church and the time I get with God, but I also enjoy the warmth of family I have been missing since I moved out here. The connections are very strong within the family, and I long for my own.

After mass each Sunday, the family and I usually go out to brunch at this small restaurant and enjoy a few hours of talking and enjoying each others company. The family consists of the Mother, Father, three Girls(one being my roommate) and two boys. I absolutely adore the youngest boy, he's I believe nine(9) and just a ball of fun! He reminds me of the boys I had at camp, eager to live and enjoy all the mysteries of childhood. For example, today was Easter and it was pretty packed at church. The boy, I'll call him Jake for anonymity's sake, just wouldn't sit still. He kept looking around, taking his gum out and playing with it. I must admit, I was getting frustrated, but when he would laugh and giggle it was OK. There was also a moment where he acted so mature, and did as was expected of him.

The other boy, Jack we'll call him, is in high school and swears he's the shit. It's funny to watch him act, and react to the people at church. He is so ready to become a man, yet holding onto childhood like a safety blanket. He thinks hes a "gangster" but beneath all that tough attitude there is a little boy. He was trying to be a thug by wearing a polo that was two sizes too big for him to church, but it looked like he was a baby wearing his fathers shirt. He's a good kid, he just needs a good kick in the pants every now and again.

This family is truly something, they almost feel like a second family to me. It pains me that I must go back to school and leave them behind, but I will see them again, if it's the last thing I do. Until the day I leave I will cherish every moment I can spend with them.

Happy Thoughts...
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