February 11, 2024 - Sunday


Today was a tough one for me. First, I worked and only Jonas and Clem came with me. It was fine and everything got set up in time, but it's just kind of a bummer when half of the family stays home. Ben had to get some work done, so I understood, but Ollie and Ruby just "didn't feel" like coming. CT was busy, with a baked goods raffle and a middle school group in the lobby the ENTIRE time. Very loud and overwhelming, even though it was actually a pretty chill morning for Oasis. 

After I got home, I intermittently prepared for the Superbowl "party" and laid on the couch, wishing we weren't having the Albinos over at all. We made lots of good food and they brought lots of good food and that was the highlight of the day. I also managed to pretend I was interested in the Superbowl and its many commercials, commentary, and performers, so I didn't end up talking to Ashley or Kwin much at all. I felt a little bad about it and also felt like it was noticeably out of character for me, but, dude, I had to do what I had to do. Before I knew it, they were gone (by 7:30) and we were left with twice the food we started with! Not a bad haul. But I was left with a bad feeling. I'm not sure how to fix things with Ashley or if it's even possible. I don't want her to feel confused and sad that I'm more distant, but I also don't know if I can stand to be close with her. I'll have to be praying about this and trying to get some advice. 

(Above) Our Valentine box!

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