I know the feeling of being under the weather. Get lots of rest, drink plenty of fluids and just relax.
Hope you are feeling better soon.
Sit quietly, the answers will reveal themselves when you least expect them to. The past is gone, the present is a gift and you need to focus on today, allow the future to reveal itself when it is ready.
Well the bug made its way through the family. It is the season of giving. lol.
Christmas Day itself was pretty well sickness-free. Sort of, just me feeling icky. Then over the next couple of days Mom and the kids started to feel the symptoms.
Lots of snow here. My goodness, I had to clean the driveway ten times so far! Christmas night so I could get my Dad and Mom home. Boxing Day for kids to visit Mom/XW. The wind blowing/piling in about a foot of snow.
The last two days the weather turned spring-like. Above zero (freezing/melting) temperatures. So much snow piles have shrunk down. And the melting has formed ice everywhere. It’s rather treacherous walking about right now.
This morning the warming/melting ceased with temperatures returning to -15C. A nice winter time day! The deep snow has thankfully melted down a lot. There were some big ridges that collected drifts. Just ready for the next dump of winter’s “some assemble required snowman making kit”.
As mentioned the kids did all go over and visit Mom/XW. The only report back, she didn’t ask anything. Nothing about the soon to be born twin grandkids. Nothing about how “soon to be Mom” is doing. Nothing about the upcoming wedding of eldest son. Nothing about university. Nothing about jobs, life, etc.
And she of course, shared nothing.
Oh well. Same same.
The kids’ downturn post Mom/XW visit didn’t last too long this year. In fact, it was nonexistent. They just returned, and started partying. Well, the two who were feeling ok. One went home sick and the other had work.
Christmas and Boxing Day were both a blast! As was the Christmas concert and singalong on the 21st.
Next up is cleaning up the house. And looking towards whatever adventures await me in the new year.
All my best!
D
Feelings are fleeting. Be better, not bitter. Love the person, forgive the sin.
Lots of snow here. My goodness, I had to clean the driveway ten times so far!
WOW! I had to clear mine once on the 24th and wasn't thrilled with all other xmas celebration responsibilities. I can't imagine 10 times and through the blistery winds and while not feeling great. I'm sure mom and dad appreciated it.
Originally Posted by DnJ
The only report back, she didn’t ask anything. Nothing about the soon to be born twin grandkids. Nothing about how “soon to be Mom” is doing. Nothing about the upcoming wedding of eldest son. Nothing about university. Nothing about jobs, life, etc.
And she of course, shared nothing.
Oh well. Same same.
Mindboggling. W is missing out on so much. So so much. And, is blind to it. 7 years is a long time to be in the dark and miss important milestones. Their return to partying confirms that you have successfully defined what 'home' is for them.
Hopefully the family is feeling better and able to party tonight.
You are a blessing to me (and many) and I wish you a healthy 2025. Happy New Year, DnJ.
