I am so glad I am not the only one... I hope, as the days go on, it gets easier. I feel terrible that all I do is cry - she is so excited to go and experience everything there is out there, and I feel like I am taking away from some of her excitement. I am trying so hard not to let her see me cry - but it's not going well at all. Just praying that I can make it through the next few days.
Hahaha... I am pretty sure that V is thinking the same thing.
Awwww... I love that picture of your kids - what a great family memory, even if dd is crying. You must be so proud of all of them.
Thanks for your words of wisdom - it helps me to know I am not the only one.
Thank you... I am glad to hear that there is hope I will get over this crying stuff. Normally - I am not afraid to feel emotions, but holy buckets - I knew I would cry and I knew this would be hard - but wowza... I haven't cried this much since Josh left for Iraq - and I am really not enjoying it at all.
Hoping to get through this fog in the next few days.
I am looking forward to spending some time with V, and we have family flying in, in a few days - so we have that to look forward to too.
It will be ok.
Thank you!
OK - wow... So, I took the batteries out of the toy. LOL The last thing I need is for her to be missing luggage.
She will be in Europe until September - so almost 3 months.
It's terrible... But I will get through it... I'll take a few days to just feel my feelings, then I will dust myself off and Skype her every hour.
It is going to be amazing for her - and above everything, I am very excited to hear about her adventures and the time she gets to spend with family. Her and Thomas will be best buds - and hearing about how excited he is to have Allison living in his house, it does bring great joy to me.
Already have a countdown on my phone... Gonna miss her like crazy!
I know... I keep telling myself that. I have friends and family all over the world - she will be fine.
Just keep swimming - right?
I now have Skype on my phone - so I can call her any time. That will make it so much easier! We practiced last night on the couch - that was fun.
Hopefully - LOL I hope she has a lot of room to bring everything home. Otherwise - Myrthe's family travels here often, and they often bring empty luggage to bring things home with them. So, if there isn't enough room in her luggage when she comes home - they will bring it the next time they come over.
It hasn't been an easy few days - and it will only get worse as the days get closer to her departure. Just trying to hike up my big girl panties and put on a brave face... Even if that only means I cry 20 times a day instead of 25, it's progress.
Yes - I definitely feel more confident in my squats with my feet turned out, I also feel like I am targeting my muscles better that way. Maybe watch a few you tube videos on it?
I have to do that sometimes, especially if I feel like my form is off.
Thank you - same to you!
I do a lot of stretches to keep myself loose for squats and dead lifts - otherwise my form is definitely off. Especially back by my ankles - otherwise my heels pop up when I am at the lowest point, and they my form is a mess... My goal is always to keep my heels on the ground and the weight in my heels.
I feel like, once I am at that point, the rest of my form falls into place.
Hahaha... I work out in my office and this carpet - like the carpet on my stairs - has seen better days - so I am A-OK with wearing my shoes and working out in here. That would be an awesome hybrid - you should do that!
Thanks - as we are coming up to our last few days, I am trying hard to enjoy it, but it's difficult. I am doing the best I cant though.
Thank you... I just feel like I look so worn and tired - which I am. LOL
Thank you - I am trying hard to enjoy her and not to focus on her leaving, but the closer the days get, the harder it is to keep my composure.
I already have a countdown on my phone for when she comes home... Not trying to wish her trip away - but I definitely am looking forward to her return, even if she hasn't left yet.
Thank you.
Yes - I do have a TON of life to catch up on and big stuff to get done... So, I will stay busy for sure. And distracted. LOL
And Disney trips always do make things better... Now, if I can figure out a way to have one next year for when V is gone?
******************************************************************************************************
Yesterday was crazy... I think, by the end of the day, I'd made 5 trips to town?
I think that's a record for me? And not one I am really proud of. LOL
I did my heavy lifting right away yesterday morning... It was a good lift - if slightly rushed at the end, as I had my first trip to town to do.
Then I came home and worked for a little while - I was able to make a dent in my work, which was good. Like I said - I am just trying not to fall behind... That is my only goal right now up there.
Victoria went to Valley Fair last night with her friend Anna, they are season passholders there again this year. Then we all had a nice quiet dinner at home.
Allison and I worked on a bit more packing. I think we are making progress there.
Just trying to keep it from being overwhelming when she leaves.
That's about all for yesterday.
Today, I have a full plate - as Fridays are always busy for me, it seems.
I will be working a bit this morning.
I will be running errands like crazy - trying to get last minute stuff for Allison done.
I have an appointment this afternoon and not even a clue of what I am making for dinner tonight.
And above all, just trying to keep from crying too much. Sometimes i just have to focus on the little things.
I hope you all have a wonderful day today!!! Sending pixie dust out to everyone!
D~
