I just checked on Air Canada flights to Orlando and there is one departing about 20 min after me. UGH - I sure hope that's not the one he is on. But it is the cheapest non stop of the day so I'm guessing...
So Ashley had her 25th birthday yesterday. I took her out for a nice dinner & we had special gifts. She is settling into her apt, new job, new life. She is now 25!
Daddy dearest mailed her a gift that arrived today. He wrote "Happy 24th Birthday". The card had a balloon on it with 24 written on. Interesting...
Last year he came to the hospital and wrote the wrong age on Ryan's card too. He later saw other cards with the right age and he changed his. But come on - who forgets their children's birthdates?
We are all off to a wedding Tommorrow in Toronto. Son Brandon's best friend. Like a son to me. It will be a wonderful celebration for all of us.
Thanks so much, Gineen! That is so nice to hear. I hope Gabby really enjoyed her special day too. I LOVE Fuddruckers! Used to take Ashley to the one in Buffalo with her baton friends.
After she left last night she texted me "Thanks again for dinner, good company & nice gifts. I really appreciate it and I'm lucky to have a great mom : )" - that made my night.
She & I will drive to Toronto tomm morning & stop on at Ikea. Ryan is buying her the rug that she wants for her new apt. Then On to Josh's house for lunch & to get ready. We will stay there tomm night.
I've been getting texts for the past few days (often) from my son, Brandon. I know he is a bit nervous abut being the best man. But tonight - alli is good as he is at the rehearsal dinner. He is having a great time. After the wedding they are staying up all night then all catching an early flight to the Dominican for a week!
So we are having a busy but super fun week. And daddy dearest might see his kids one of these days.
Ya Wii - & that was BEFORE daddy dearest let her know he didn't kow how old she is. I guess it stands to reason when you've lost so much time with them that you never knew they were growing up. He WAS a devoted dad. He WAS in the delivery room when they were born. Now he takes other kids to Disney World & doesn't even see his own for their birthdays. Glad he sent a gift albeit impersonal gift card. Better than some perhaps but heartbreaking for her.
Divorce is the gift that keeps on giving. Every birthday. Every Christmas. Every Graduation. I don't relish their weddings & expect its one reason they will put them off as long as possible.
Hey Wii - the wedding is at Casa Loma. I've never been. Brandon says it is gorgeous. It will be a lovely day. Hope it warms up, though. My heat is on & it's not even Sept 15!
We had a wonderful time at the wedding. Bart & Corri are very dear to us - often visited our cottage and were the ones who came and helped us move into this house. Growing up - when Bart and his Mom were not getting along - our home was his "safe place" to land. He saved the last dance of the night for me. Corri gave me flowers!
It was so much fun - the first wedding we've ever all attended. Ashley had never been to a wedding reception. Got her thinking about her own. She asked me how we would ever handle her dad being there. I told her that we are all adults and we would be civil for her sake. She said he would feel very awkward. I told her we would have to plan ahead to try to make it as nice as possible for everyone's sake and not to worry about it. But sadly - that's what divorce does. On a lighter note - she had a great time dancing with her brother and his friends. AND - she caught the bouquet!
Brandon shared that he had called his dad to tell him that Bart was getting married (Ex knew him very well). He also called him out on getting Ashley's age wrong. They actually ARGUED about it! UGH - as if we could possibly be wrong. He WAS in the delivery room. Both kids told me they really believe he has lost it.
But we partied till they closed the castle last night. Brandon left shortly after for the airport and his week in the Dominican Republic with the rest of the wedding party. He will have a blast. We spent the night at Josh's Toronto house but had to get up super early for the drive north. Unfortunately, Ashley had to work at 11. UGH. I took to the couch for the day. Still haven't shaken my cold but I'm working on it.
So - no word from my son vactioning in the Dominican but my daughter phoned this morning - nice she is now local so she can afford to call daily. She is coming over this afternoon then again this evening to watch Survivor. I haven't watched it in years & she could watch another tv but I think I will tune in this season as this is something we can do together. I have a meeting every other Wed (but will see most of it) & won't need a sitter if she is here.
The weather is glorious (supposed to rain for the next 3 days) so Josh is coming up today as well. Hmmm - my one day a week guy is now more like 5 days a week. He will have to work from here but that's ok - I've got plenty to do.
Ashley has tried to arrange a birthday visit with her dad & brother but dad is not responding. I guess sending a prepaid Visa and arguing about her age is enough for him.
I just found out that 2 really good friends are off to the DR for vacation today too. Interesting. Why did your son choose it for a holiday spot? (I'm truly curious) Anyway, hope he's off having fun and that's why he's not calling.
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haven't watched it in years & she could watch another tv but I think I will tune in this season as this is something we can do together.
I try to take advantages of those memory builders myself. Good for both of you! And I'm sure Ashley doesn't mind watching Ryan for a spell either. He's in good hands, so I know you're happy about that too.
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I guess sending a prepaid Visa and arguing about her age is enough for him.
Sheesh. I don't think we're going to nominate him for father of the year?
I'll try to send some glorious weather your way. It's been beautiful here this week... to make up for last week's deluge.
Betsey
"There are only 2 ways to live your life. One is as though nothing is a miracle. The other is as though everything is a miracle."
My gosh...your EXH is a total whack! Sorry that your kids have to deal with him. Glad you have them and Josh. You're living the good life these days, sweetie.
Glad you have them and Josh. You're living the good life these days, sweetie.