A special roadmap. . .

6/19/2023

Hello, dear blog friends!

It's #TankaTuesday, but I'm on my way to NYC and do not have today's prompt. Because of that, I've created a tanka related to my trip and to a treasure we all share. You'll see it below.

I spent about thirty years in the greater NYC area, teaching and working in college administration. My kids grew up there and established life-long friendships. As years passed, they moved back into the area and embarked on something new.

My three sons established a restaurant chain, Calexico, and they've courageously weathered the trials of entrepreneurship. The pandemic hit them hard, but they're still standing. For sure, I'll be eating some great Mexican food on this trip.

My daughter is busy with her boys in Connecticut. She has a great love of the arts and grew up on her toes. She and her sons will be joining in the family gatherings. How exciting is that!

I hope you have a great week. When I return next Wednesday, I'll try to find you on your blogs. Catching up is always hard to do, but I'll give it my best.

I hope you stay well and laugh much. ❤️

26 Comments

Dan Antion link

6/20/2023 04:30:55

Enjoy your time on this side of the Mississippi.

Gwen M. Plano

6/20/2023 04:44:50

Thank you, Dan. 😊

Karen Ingalls

6/20/2023 04:36:07

A wonderful trip of memories, sites, and people! Enjoy each moment as you create new memories.

Gwen M. Plano

6/20/2023 04:46:27

Thank you, dear Karen. I'm departing soon and looking forward to those new memories. ❤️

Vera Day link

6/20/2023 04:53:14

Have a wonderful trip, Gwen! Thanks for sharing your beautiful photos!

Gwen M. Plano

6/28/2023 17:50:27

Thank you, Vera. I had a great trip.

JILL A WEATHERHOLT link

6/20/2023 05:05:42

Have a wonderful and safe trip, Gwen. Enjoy the precious time with your family! xo

Gwen M. Plano

6/28/2023 17:51:05

Thank you, Jill. It was a great trip in all ways. ❤️

Liz Gauffreau link

6/20/2023 06:10:41

A perfect integration of text and image! I love your tanka about one of life's simple pleasures.

Gwen M. Plano

6/28/2023 17:51:52

Thanks so much, Liz. Simple and precious. ❤️

Staci Troilo link

6/20/2023 06:33:59

Sounds like an amazing trip. And what a lovely family. Enjoy your time, and safe travels.

Gwen M. Plano

6/28/2023 17:52:31

Thank you, Staci. It was a very full and heartfelt trip. ❤️

John Howell link

6/20/2023 06:50:35

Have a safe and wonderful trip, Gwen.

Gwen M. Plano

6/28/2023 17:52:52

Thanks so much, John. 😊

Marcia Meara link

6/20/2023 06:55:52

I hope you have a fabulous time, Gwen, filled with love and laughter! Safe travels! 🤗❤️🤗

Gwen M. Plano

6/28/2023 17:53:27

Thank you, Marcia. It was a wonderful journey. ❤️

Jan Sikes

6/20/2023 07:03:12

Such a beautiful post, Gwen. I know you will treasure every single moment with your family. Sending loving hugs and prayers for safe travels.

Gwen M. Plano

6/28/2023 17:54:10

Thanks so much, Jan. It was wonderful being with my adult children and the grandkids. ❤️

Mae Clair link

6/20/2023 08:49:47

What a wonderful time you'll have, Gwen. The photos and tanka are lovely. Cherish all that time with family!

Gwen M. Plano

6/28/2023 17:54:44

Thank you, Mae. It was a busy and much loved trip. ❤️

Tim Dittmer link

6/20/2023 16:37:44

Have a good time, Gwen! Memories are waiting to be made.

Gwen M. Plano

6/28/2023 17:55:06

So true, Tim. I cherish the memories.

Darlene Foster link

6/25/2023 06:02:21

Enjoy your road trip and time with family! Sounds like your kids have done well. Bravo to them and you. xo

Miriam Hurdle link

6/25/2023 17:36:19

You're so right, Gwen! Our heartbeats quicken with each memory freshened by a glimpse captured in time. Enjoy your family.

Gwen M. Plano

6/28/2023 17:56:20

Thank you, dear Miriam. ❤️

Mark Bierman link

7/2/2023 01:29:23

I've always admired those who can thrive in the restaurant business. I hope you had a great time with your family. :)

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