I'm not sure where it would go, OT, but plan on it. I have learned that the kids and I just have to deal with the way things are - I don't bring things up or "test the waters" on a regular basis with the kids, anymore. They know that I am there if they want to talk.
I had a great weekend. D10 and I went to the campout and got to see lots of people I've missed. Some were my xBIL's closest friends who I watched grow up, and they are all having babies of their own, now (made me feel a little old!). We all used to hang out together at least a few times a year; x's family was just like that - siblings and friends. Anyway, I got to see their kids, but not BIL or his new baby. MIL asked me if I was going to go to the hospital, and I told her that they had my number and new I was in the area if they wanted to see me (she had a c-section and really discouraged any visitors, anyway).
We stayed over, then went to visit my closest friend who also lives down there. We got up early and went to the ocean beach, then ate out for lunch, mini-golf, ices, etc., before heading home.
Work continues on the house. I keep writing checks to fix messes that x left, do work that I'm not up to (electrical, etc.) That is what alimony is for, right?
