Control Freak
Type A
Red Personality
Bossy
and I am sure that are many more that people use under their breath. I have known all of this for a very long time, and I have learned to use my "freakiness" to my benefit. I understand my limitations and try to grow in those areas. I have used my strengths to do all sorts of good things, and I laugh at myself A LOT. While it is true that I have to write grocery trips on my calendar, I will not go to the store without a list, and the thought of my husband surprising me with an unplanned get away gives me anxiety to the point of wanting to puke... I have made some improvements lately. I let Jack pick out his own clothes, comb his hair, and walk to school with his friends. I even let him make mistakes on his homework and turn them in if he does not want my help. These were big steps for me, and I didn't die.
I actually like changes, as long as I can plan and somewhat control said changes. So when my husband's dream-job turned out to be anything but a dream, and we were faced with sudden, huge, seemingly unmanageable changes I was sure that my head might actually explode. Instead, I have been able to stay calm, breath, and adapt. Who knew? Here is a quick update on what is going on in our lives right now.
- I went back to work full-time. For those of you reading this that have no idea what I do, I am a business analyst for a software company out of SLC/Denver. I have been working from home since Tyler went to law school (almost 8 years). I had been part time since Sam was born (3 years). I am now working 8 hours every day.
- We gave our renters notice, moved out of our rental in Meridian ID and moved back into our house in Post Falls ID.
- Jack had to change schools again this year. He is extremely resilient - luckily he got that from his dad. He has found all of his old friends and is so happy to be back.
- Tyler is starting his own firm up here in Coeur D' Alene Idaho and also in the process of getting licensed in Utah and opening up a firm in Ogden. When everything is up and running, he will be commuting between the two a lot. We may even get to move to Utah when the market is such that we can sell our home up here. In the mean time, we are enjoying the space, the beautiful trees, and being back by our friends. I can't wait to pop into my favorite scrapbook store and start staying up 'til midnight with those crazy ladies.
- Logan turned 9 and 10 months during this time and is ever changing. He is so close to walking - letting go of furniture and propelling himself forward. He just needs his legs to catch up with him. He has 4 teeth and is still very busy. He is a little boy on a mission. A very naughty mission. Still darling and still loves his mommy! I cannot believe he is almost a year old.
- Sam had to leave his beloved pre-school. He keeps asking me if Shelly (his teacher) is here yet. He also pretends to call his friends on the phone and it is breaking my heart. The move has been the hardest on him, but he is starting to come around. I will find him something here soon, so he can get back in school. He is very smart and really enjoys learning. He loves to "read". He has memorized several books that he will "read" to us at bed-time. He still talks in a cute little boy voice, and I love listening to him say things like, "Mom, I yike yogan's yizard."
