Chad moved out.
Our original plan had included him living here for a few more months, but he had a great opportunity and, honestly, when given the choice of ripping the band aid off or peeling it slowly, I've always closed my eyes and let it rip.
Even though we both know it's time, I didn't want to be at the house to watch him pack. And when I'm think of a fabulous mid-week getaway, I always think of Fresno.
What? Don't you?
You obviously don't know my friends.
The kids and I swam, ate, drank margaritas - stop! the kids stuck to water and juice - went to story time at an adorable little book store and shopped.
When you live in a town where Kohl's and Target are the only shopping options, going to a City with a Mall is a good excuse to spend a little cash.
Best of all, we got to spend quality time with our friends. And Elizabeth got to stare at (and touch!) a real live baby. She was in heaven. She hasn't stopped talking about Baby Lauren since we got back.
Joseph, in the meantime, has decided he's going to marry Lauren. The conversation went a little something like this:
"Mama? Who's Lauren going to marry?"
"She's a baby right now, honey. She's not going to marry anyone."
"But when she grows up, who is she going to marry?"
"I don't know."
"I think she'll marry me."
"Why?"
"Because she's cute and I can take care of her."
After three days and two nights, we came home where my closet and bathroom storage had doubled in size.
It was weird.
And sad.
While I know it's for the best, after nine years of living with someone, it's hard to be alone.
If by "alone" you mean three chickens, two children and a dog.
But, as I mentioned on Twitter, none of them can make a late night run to Vons for Poppycock. Which is probably a good thing.
And soon, I'm hoping I'll be able to sleep without blocking the front door with furniture.
Because we live in such a high crime area. Or I have an over-active imagination.
It's another step forward, another move towards my future.
26 comments:
My thoughts are with you xoxo
p/s* Your kids? Adorable.
Thank all the blessings 'Verse (I've been watching Firefly...pardon me) that you have an active imagination!
Actually, all day, I've meant to tweet, more likely, email and ask how you are doing, how your writing is going, how *Life* is coming along for you. I noticed your absence. And thought your plate might be full.
Love your kidlet's perspective. And the irony of it coming up this weekend.
OH yea, and guess where my significant other grew up?! Where his closest friends live today?! Where I've got cousins living?! Just where you were haunting. :>
Sending some pixie dust your way...
So glad you were able to get away. It sounds like it was a perfect distraction. Hang in there!! xo
My heart is with you. Interesting how change can be so tough at times, yet so good for us. Hang in there. Can't wait to see what the future holds for you.
We were just in Bakersfield last week having a similar road trip. Ha...
It's funny - When we set out on a new path in life, we always think we know where that path leads. But...the detours can really throw us for a loop. This is just one of your detours and when all is said and done, you're going to find that this new path isn't so bad.
It sounds like you had a really nice weekend and I'm super jealous of that!
How sweet are those kids?
And a good place for you to be.
Another hug to you in the ongoing outpouring of love!
hang in there Mandy... thinking of you! perhaps a photo shoot can be arranged in mid-August. Look @ your calendar & Kendra & i will look at ours!
Big, big hug.
well your son has my vote for "GENTELMAN of the Year" for sure...what cuties!!
I know it's not exactly the way you planned it, but I tell you it's going to be ok. We are all here, your own special band of guardian angels, anytime you need us...and we're going to go through heaven and Hell for you...I promise.
xo
Aw...hugs to you, momma..
Love those pictures- your kiddos are adorable. Sending hugs your way xo
Thanks. For both. :)
Yet another reason I adore you. Firefly? Awe-some.
I'm having a hard time juggling everything, which means my writing AND blog reading is suffering. :(
BUT, I'm hoping to find my new routine soon.
It was. Thanks. :)
You and me both! I keep looking for a crystal ball, but they're annoyingly difficult to find.
More like unloading the backpack of supplies from the old path and reloading with new supplies. Or something.
Thank you.
And yeah. They're sweet. Unless they're not.
YES! I'm free...ummm...most of August?
Thanks!
This means so much to me. So very, very much. Thank you.
Thanks.
Thank you.
I am going to quote Carol Tucker you are a SWW!!! The three chickens, one dog, and the adorable children will keep you safe :-). Joseph is hillarious! I can just imagine how fond Elizabeth must have been of the baby! take care!!!
I forgot to add Bakersfield is not too far from Fresno to take a day trip with the kids :-)
Many thoughts, prayers, and hugs to you dear girl. I've been through divorce w/kids (well, one kid, but one is still one) and I understand entirely how you must feel right now. If it is any help at all, my life has done nothing but improve (with the usual setbacks along the way, of course) since then, and I am actually SO thankful I went through it all. I hope that doesn't sound trite to you when you are in the thick of it as you are now. Just know that there is a light at the end of the tunnel. I am telling you, I found my fairytale. It is not perfect, but it is absolutely perfect for me.
And don't think Fresno is a weird choice haha! I used to jaunt down the mountain to Highland and Ontario, Yucaipa and Palm Springs. :) Love my California. Miss it too!
I missed this post somehow. I just wanted to stop and give my...support? condolences? whatever it is you need. <3 things can only get better, right? love you
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