Thanks, MLC, that is exactly the kind of stuff I need to hear - my right to be near my own kid (jeepers!). I did exactly that this morning, when d16 seemed kind of crabby... she didn't seem to want to talk, hanging out in her room upstairs, but I talked to her anyway, stoked a conversation for a bit. When heading off for school, I called out 'love and kisses!' to her, just to remind her of my feelings.
Sweden can be so clear - the air so transparent - perhaps Alaska is that way too? There are times when the sky toward the north is an absolute blue, hard and pure, not a trace of white in it. I am glad if my words bring you some pleasure. Luke
