Momma Sampson Visits Baltimore!

About 2 1/2 weeks ago, my mother FINALLY came to visit my new city. I was so excited to show her my new home and have her understand exactly why I moved across the country. We started off her visit with a trip to Virginia Beach. Although the weather predicted thunderstorms and lightening, we were surprised to wake up to an absolutely gorgeous day. We spent most of our time sitting on the beach and enjoying drinks. I can't tell you enough about how much I needed this weekend with my mother. After a stressful few weeks at work, it was simply amazing to relax and chat with my mom.

After 2 nights spent in Virginia Beach, we headed back home to Baltimore. I loved showing my mom the different neighborhoods here in Baltimore. We enjoyed a nice mother's day brunch (mimosas included) in Canton and strolled around the inner harbor. My mom was able to experience and taste all the delicious seafood platters Charm City has to offer.

On Monday, I went back to work while my mother explored the city. She came to visit me at work as well as meet my boss. After some not so subtle hints from my mother, my boss gave me the rest of the day off. My mom already had a plan to visit Annapolis after our failed attempt to see the town the day before. We shopped and explored Annapolis, which is an adorable little town nestled right in the along the Chesapeake Bay.

Tuesday morning, my momma left bright and early to head back to California. I was sad to see her go, but so so happy and grateful that she came to visit my new home. I was talking to Christopher the other day about how much more I appreciate home and my family since I've moved to Baltimore. I once had a psychology professor claim that distance makes the heart go wander (in reference to long distance relationships), however I like to believe the opposite. I think distance makes the heart grow fonder, more compassionate, more caring, more of just about everything when you add 3,000 miles to the mix. I can't even begin to explain the strange funk I was in before my mom came to visit. As soon as she stepped out of the hotel lobby and gave me a huge hug - all my worries disappeared. Only one more month until I'm back home in California! I apologize for the semi short post, but I promise to post pictures soon from my trip to Little Rock and Memphis!