Serve the servants: Wayward Wife & LRT (7)

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Journaling:

Tuesday was a much better day than Monday. I made a concerted effort to not think about STBX. I loaded up my phone with upbeat music, stayed busy at work, controlled my thoughts, and focused on my own plans. I went for a hike at lunch, which enabled me to reset and clear my head. While I did think about my sitch on occasion, I didn't really think about STBX specifically.

STBX did text a pic of the kids from the beach in the afternoon and she sent another pic of D4's sunburn around dinner time. I replied to the last TM and used it as a transition to ask to talk with the kids.

STBX FaceTimed me while I was out at dinner with BIL. When I answered the call, D4 asked where I was a couple of times. I just told her that I was out at dinner. I talked with the kids for a few minutes. As always, it makes me so happy to talk with them on a regular basis. I am pleased that STBX and I have a routine for regular interaction with the kids.

Later in the call, STBX asked for the phone to talk with me about some scheduling stuff for this weekend. The conversation wasn't meaningful but we were able to sort out the schedule. Throughout the call, the kids are fighting to talk with me and STBX said that I was clearly the favorite parent right now. I smiled and said that it wasn't true. Of course, it felt good to hear this from her. At the end of the call, STBX told me to have fun. I wished her a good night with the kids.

My sister and BIL came down to visit for the week. My BIL went through a similar sitch as mine in his first MR so we have spent a lot of time talking the past few months. Last night, he and I went out to grab dinner and watch the world cup soccer match. Afterwards, we each enjoyed a glass of whiskey and talked religion. It was a good night.

Today should be super busy at work but I welcome the distraction. Tonight's GAL plans are trivia night, which has turned in to the highlight of the week for myself and some of my friends. I think this might be the week that we take home first prize. Plus, I believe we have finally settled on the all important, ever elusive team name.