My Story (2)

[Sunflyer]

The boys have been told; followed the plan as stated above. They handled it well. Somewhat surprisingly, I'd say my younger son handled it better than I expected. He seemed very matter-of-fact, as if to say this is something that happens in life. Afterward, he said "I love you both" and hugged both of us.

S17 seemed more surprised. His eyes were wandering a bit nervously at first, as if to express, "What is going on here?" W gave her typical "It's going to be a little different, but we are still a family" speech which to me is whitewashing and nonsensical (sorry). I don't know if son saw me roll my eyes when that started.

S17 is spending the next couple of days up at college for the first part of orientation. He went with his friend, and friend's mother is driving them up there.

S13 so far is his usual self. Still playing his video games, still hanging out with friends. Picked him up today and he asked me to take him to McDonald's and get him something, which I did.

W was out during the afternoon for a doctor's appointment and with parents. Her mood seems a little different the last couple of days. A bit more sullen, and she isn't even joking around with the boys as much as usual.

Plans for tomorrow to spend some time outdoors, visit with sister, have lunch at her apartment. Should be a nice day.