My blog is dedicated to my children and our crazy life, but I guess on purpose I have avoided discussing myself. I have been the picture of optimism throughout this entire transition. But right now I am sad that I am here and you are there. I guess what is a really new experience for me is meeting people. I know that sounds crazy, but when you are used to going about your daily routine and seeing someone you know every day, it is very odd when you don't. Growing up in the same town for all of my life, it is not unusual to see your neighbor or a high school friend at Ukrop's. I almost catch myself seeing someone I think I know, and then I realize where I am.
I guess it's the little things, the special moments I have grown accustom to that I miss the most. It all started last Wednesday with my best friend and sister going to lunch, without me for the first time. Then Friday our best friend, Jerome, got into medical school after trying for three years and we were not there to drop everything and celebrate, it was hard. Or Saturday, we weren't there for the 4th annual Pumpkin Patch. (Even with down pours of rain, I wish I was there with my best friends and my family.) Today Claire was at DC Children's for a cardiac eco and I am here waiting for the call on how it went. I am relieved that her heart looks wonderful! They were able to see an amazing view of her heart, better understand her pressures and determine when her next surgery might be. It sounds like she may have at least another 6 moths before surgery, which is excellent news! I just wish I was there. Too bad I can't teleport! LOL! Really, I like being here in Milwaukee, I just wish at times I could be in Virginia too.
I know over time things will fall into place and we have already met some great people. I guess you know your kids are adjusting when Kate wants to buy "squeaky cheese" at the grocery store. Don't be scared, it's delicious and I will bring some home with me at Christmas!
1 comment:
Erin - you have adjusted amazingly well - so much better than I would have! I know your positive attitude about life in general has really helped! It sounds like Kate is doing much better - is she still in charge of recycling? :) Love that pic of her with the recycle bins.
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