As the saying goes, no matter where you go, there you are. And so are the other people and events that cause stress. Being on holiday meant isolation from the news, family problems, house issues, grocery shopping, etc. It wasn’t reality, just a respite from the complexities of day-to-day life.
Still, there are joys–bittersweet though they may be. Due to his grandfather’s death, Anders’ father is overwhelmed (his usual) and “unable” to take the boys for his usual one and a half days. That means that Younger Daughter is also at the end of her rope and not dealing with it well at all. She’s still working in the office 40 minutes away because the company can’t find a medical assistant; they’ve offered her the job twice, but the distance, inflexibility and GAS PRICES have made it an impossibility. She likes the people and the patients; if only the drive weren’t such a killer. I’ve stepped in to help as much as possible, although YD doesn’t like to feel dependent or needy. I love to spend the time with my grandsons–which is how I describe my support when YD is concerned about asking too much of me. Now if she would just get her you-know-what together!
Last time I came up to YD’s I brought her a coffee which Carol proceeded to lick. She likes the condensation on the outside of the cup. Whereas my Mari can’t be trusted around food, Carol prefers to drink water out of everyone’s glasses. Cats!
Speaking of cats, OD and family brought me back a tee-shirt from their trip to Iowa. I’m disgruntled that I didn’t get the ice cream that went along with it; instead, I heard mouth-watering descriptions of the various flavors they tried. How unfair!
My own black cat is thrilled to have me home. Now if she could deal with the hard to turn hot water faucet, organize the laundry, figure out the grocery shopping, clean up the litter everywhere…
Yesterday I had both daughters and all four grandsons here. When OD arrived, I was enjoying the open front door and sliding glass door; the fresh air was invigorating. However, as a constantly cold person, she immediately closed the doors and turned on the fireplace, which she loves sitting in front of. I allowed it on up to 72 degrees, then gave her “the look” about the tropical temperature in the family room. 🙂
Sharky has always loved babies and begged to help feed Ian, his youngest cousin. It was so sweet! My house was chaotic, messy and noisy for most of the day which Mari hated. For me, it was a lovely and busy Sunday with many snuggles and smiles. Next, I’ll be catching up on some of my TV series and books, figuring out the plumbing (John?) and picking up my grocery order. When can I plan my next escape from mundanity?
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