January 2, 2004
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Being Part of a Clan
I don't know yet where I will be moving with my boys come June. I know every moment of every day that the clock is ticking, that I have the moment of decision looming closer and closer. I have multiple excellent options and it's difficult to sort them according to what will be best for me, for my boys, for the ease of getting them time with their father ... One of the offers I have on the table is from my brother. When David was trying to make his way through the maze of options before him in his early 20's, I invited him to live with my family for a year. We enjoyed having him in our home, he was able to work and think through his future (he decided at the end of that year to return to school.)
Now he's offering to return the favor. So today I'm going to spend time with my brother. I have told him that I can't make a decision yet. There are still too many unknowns and one of my biggest worries is that the employment situation here is bad, bad, bad. But, we will talk. And beyond all the ins and outs of trying to figure out my life, I'm going to enjoy the time I get with someone who just loves me. He would happily mop up the floor with me in a game of Risk, but when things are a little rough, he's got my back in real life.
In fact, all my family are like that. In some ways they are the most annoying, interfering, and just plain ornery people on the face of the earth. But they are my family. In my weaker and less evolved moments (most of the time) I take great pleasure in the knowledge that anyone who picks a fight with me, is picking a fight with us all.
Happy Friday to you from the backhills of Arkansas.
Comments (20)
I would never pick a fight with you!
...Hey brother...did you hear that ??? !!!
Nice to have a family like your to help you through this.
I'm glad that you have a good circle of support. Decisions you make will not be easy, but feeling less alone, knowing there are people who care will help you along the way.
What IS it with brothers and Risk! Sheesh.
Sure....family....there's nothing better.
The back hills are sometimes great places to retreat. Tough decisions all 'round, I know -- but you'll make the best choice; I know that too. Hang in, dear.
Good luck and
to you, sweetheart
your lucky you really really are! I hope you figure it (where your moving) out soon though for your peace of mind, I hate not knowing where I'm going, I bet you do too.
Your very lucky that you have your family to support and look out for you. *hug*
I'm so glad that you have family to help you through this.
You're lucky to have such supportive family. Good luck in whatever you decide.
I am so glad you have a family you can depend on. It makes the rough patches a bit smoother.
Our families are a blessing. I've fought with my siblings, and loved with them. As we grow older, the love is the thing that comes out. The hills of Arkansas are very beautiful. I'd like to visit there again soon.
I can't imagine my brothers volunteering to take me in (though I imagine they'd agree if I asked). How fortunate you are to be part of a clan.
like you-- I know without any hesitation that my family truly is THERE for me... it's a great feeling to know that even though they've known me forever-- that they still love me.
That sounds really nice
Good luck and lotsa love babe!
We raised our family to be there for each other in a heartbeat. It is nice to know that you have viable options to consider with your head (and your heart, too). Hang in there!
Can I borrow your family?
Glad you have good options from which to choose.
T
Ditto and bunches of (((((huggies))))) for you as you prepare and decide.
Deb
Prayers for you as you decide what you will do.
Mike
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