Seattle, WA

It is a foggy day here in Seattle, WA. But still I can tell it is a wonderful place. I am having fun with my brother. Soon I will see rest of west coast family. More later.

Father-In-Law

Late yesterday afternoon/evening, I got a return call from my mother-in-law about the scope procedure that my father-in-law had done. They found a small tumor and he will have to have surgery to have it removed. It sounded relatively simple, but with age and other health issues, it still has me concerned.

I’m one of the lucky few that got wonderful in-laws when I married my husband. I am very close to my in-laws and they are truly my family. It is rare that a week goes by without talking or seeing them (they live in same city). I count my blessing every day for having them in my life.

When I first met them; I was terrified. We already knew I was pregnant (out of wedlock) and there was an age difference (hubby lied about my age). I was the first girl he ever brought to meet his parents (and grandparents). He was going to visit his grandfather in the hospital and brought me along; much to everyone’s surprise. It was a couple weeks later that we broke the news that we were going to get married (and I was pregnant). They took it all in stride and accepted me with open arms.

My father-in-law is a gruff man and I’ve heard horror stories about how disciplined he was during my hubby’s childhood. I never saw that side of him. He was very excited about his own son having a child (it better be a boy he’d jokingly tell me – he got his grandson). He tells hubby all the time that he’s a far better father than he was, he dots on his grandchildren (especially Eddie), and he’s always treated me as if I was his own daughter.

So you can see why I have been so stress about his stay at the hospital, the scope, and now the results. So please take a moment and say a silent little prayer for him. I will keep you updated.

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Not going to be online much

My father-in-law went into the hospital. I’m not going to be around much to post or view your blogs. I’m sorry. Take care.

Am I a Daddy’s Girl?

I’m finding myself thinking about my dad more and more lately. I got some really great news when talking with my step-mom last night and I’m so EXCITED. My dad lives 2.5 hours away and I typically only see him at holidays, but this past year I have seen him more and more. Looks like my dad and step-mom are moving back here to be closer to family (her family is here too). They are looking for a place to rent until they find something they like and already have a buyer interested in their house. I use to imagine having a close relationship with my dad, but always felt this void between us. I can tell that void is starting to fade away though and I’m feeling more at ease with him. I truly hope they sell their place and move here. I adore my step-mom. He finally married the right woman for him. She is also very affectionate, but respectful of not trying to take my mom’s place.

I’m Coming Seattle!

Well it looks like things are ramping up for my business trip to Seattle. Yesterday I was told to pick a week in September. I picked the first week and the 2nd week. I should know which one very soon. I have very mixed feelings about this. I get to meet my top customer. First impressions are everything and I am really nervous about a face to face meeting. I’m by far the largest woman in our office and I just feel so out of sorts when I have to do anything social in the business realm.

I’m also anxious because my family (brother, uncle and their families) live near Seattle. I haven’t seen any of them in YEARS, probably close to 10 years or more. It is also the last place my mother went before she died. I’m going to go there and I’ll be thinking of where she went and what she did. Wondering if I’m seeing what she saw. If I’m touching what she touched. It is going to be so hard for me in that respect.

I’m also very excited. I’ve never been off the east coast. I have been as far north as MA and as far south as FL. But never off the east coast at all. So going to Seattle, which is about as far west as I can go in the US, it a pretty big step for me. It will be fun flying (I love to fly and haven’t since I’ve been married).

Which brings up yet another aspect. My husband isn’t going to like it. In fact he’ll be furious. I’ve never had a job where I’ve had to travel…let alone across the country. He knows, but I haven’t told him when yet, well I don’t know that myself. We’ve never been apart for more than a night or two in our whole marriage. But it isn’t like I can say “I can’t go because my husband doesn’t approve.” I wish he could be happy and excited for me, but I know he just won’t.

So see what a mixed up person I am right now about this trip?