by Dan H.
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August 9, 2007

Nothing Beats Family

June 28, 2008 12:31 AM EDT (Updated: June 28, 2008 12:44 AM EDT)
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I'm currently just outside of Detroit staying with family. They welcomed my mother and me in with open arms, fed us dinner and dessert, kept us company, and have given us a place to stay. I know that when I'm up here in Michigan next year, I will need to do my best to go and see family. They will be 45 miles away, but that's completely manageable so long as it's not snowing. I'm actually looking forward to next year. Yes, I'll be at the bottom of the totem pole doing all the scut work (grunt work), but after all of this, I'll get to have a few times that I can go over and see family and not have to get on an airplane. Sadly, since going off to school in Seattle in 2000 for undergrad, I've always had to fly some place for holidays and it would be nice to simply have friends and family nearby. It's going to be tough, but I am still looking forward to it.

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Comments: 39

JoAnne D. Jun 28, 2008, 12:35am EDT
I hope you will be happy in your surroundings, it helps.
Rodney R. Jun 28, 2008, 12:39am EDT
sounds interesting
Mrslisae Photography E. Jun 28, 2008, 12:43am EDT
I remember those days..I think you're right, nothing beats family.
Wanda H. Jun 28, 2008, 12:43am EDT
sounds promising
Wilma D. Jun 28, 2008, 12:49am EDT
Heck, I beat my family all the time!
carol r. Jun 28, 2008, 1:12am EDT
Good luck.
David C. Jun 28, 2008, 1:31am EDT
Having family close by does make a difference. Best of luck to you.
Patricia J. Jun 28, 2008, 5:12am EDT
It's very nice to have family close that you can turn to when you need a break.
Danielle P. Jun 28, 2008, 6:48am EDT
Family can come in handy and make us feel loved.
Amy B. Jun 28, 2008, 8:13am EDT
Where in Michigan are you / will you be? I live outside of Detroit myself.
Rebecca [Future Teacher] Jun 28, 2008, 8:19am EDT
Having family close makes all the difference and its good you'll be able to see them since they're so close. Plus, I'm sure they'll be glad to help you move into detriot and get settled and tell you the best places to eat and shop.
Sounds good Dan~
Audrey F. Jun 28, 2008, 8:53am EDT
You are very blessed to have such a wonderful family, Dan. Not all of us were given that gift. I hope you will establish yourself in a place where you are surrounded by family and friends one day soon. :)
Laura C. Jun 28, 2008, 9:20am EDT
i'm also just outside of Detroit...welcome to MI
Rachel D. Jun 28, 2008, 9:32am EDT
Ahhh, MI. 9 months of winter and 3 months of road construction. i miss it. :-D
Ashley P. Jun 28, 2008, 10:04am EDT
It is nice to be around family. Hope that you enjoy Michigan. Have a great weekend. At least, you should learn lots of hands on stuff there.
Beth G. Jun 28, 2008, 10:30am EDT
There is something comforting about being around family and being home. I hope you enjoy yourself!
Kerrell g. Jun 28, 2008, 10:45am EDT
Good luck, Dr. Dan!
Nancy H. Jun 28, 2008, 11:56am EDT
This is a very nice article, but I just thought I'd let you know, if you're not aware, that you posted it twice.
dee b. Jun 28, 2008, 12:01pm EDT
Hope you enjoy your family.
Brian M. Jun 28, 2008, 1:10pm EDT
Nice. Hopefully this helps out.
Otelia S. Jun 28, 2008, 1:12pm EDT
Home is where the heart Is.
Sounds like you've found your home.
Sharon R. Jun 28, 2008, 3:24pm EDT
Yep, nothing beats like family - my boyfriend's sister beat the crap out of me the other day - we're buying a house from her and had a wood stove last winter - which she forbids!!!
I am 57 years old for heaven's sake - but family, ya just gotta love em so they say.
Mary A. Jun 28, 2008, 4:58pm EDT
You are right. There is nothing at all like good family.
Robin G. Jun 28, 2008, 6:04pm EDT
Thanks for sharing your post with us at PointMonster
Heidianna "Coriander" T. Jun 28, 2008, 7:43pm EDT
That will be really nice for you to have family nearby! Yay!
Diane "stormyz" B. Jun 28, 2008, 8:16pm EDT
Hope it goes well for you.
Cassandra Griffith Jun 28, 2008, 11:49pm EDT
Have fun with your family because your right nothing beats family, and no ones there for you like family!
Steph-in-NE ..... Jun 29, 2008, 2:16am EDT
family will get you thru the rough times.. all my family live with in minutes from plattsmouth and I love it to see them on a weekly basis,,,
Elizabeth V. Jun 29, 2008, 11:51am EDT
Just outside Detroit? Me, too. What city?
Austin Cushing Jun 29, 2008, 4:43pm EDT
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Charles A. B. Jun 30, 2008, 12:38am EDT
You're right Dan having family close does make all the difference.
Anne B. Grote Jun 30, 2008, 9:03am EDT
yes, family is the best. Good luck!
Austin Cushing Jul 14, 2008, 2:51pm EDT
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Karen F. Jul 30, 2008, 9:58am EDT
Family should always come first...us for them...them for us.
Shannon R. Oct 14, 2008, 3:00pm EDT
Thanks for posting this to my group point4mepoint4u

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