The fourth was busy, a little overwhelming but for the most part really pleasant. We had quite a few visitors over the past few days, a lot of fellowship, and quite a bit of connection. On the 3rd, I got out of work an hour early (I also had to go in an hour early). My husband, who was supposed to be out at 3pm to pick up the kids and meet with his parents, didn't show up at the daycare till almost 4pm, and this created a little tension for us, we've been working on clear communication, respectful consideration, and truthfulness. My husband didn't call that he was running late.
In any case, we successfully picked up children, received his dad, step-mom, and brother from Iowa, and headed over to Annie and Erin's for a cook-out. At least 13 children, many relatives, and late night fireworks created a wonderfully full evening. I had all 3 of my children with me and it was magical. My husband and I shared laughs and jokes but never became completely right with the frustration from earlier in the evening. We had our chance the next day. I really enjoyed the company of my friends, loved having Avra fall asleep in my arms, and playing with Sienna, I never find enough time to spend with Dante. I am working on that.
The fourth brought a lot of claustrophobia and driving. But I love Sawdust days, we saw a live bear show with Syrian Bears (it was a little sad to know these were captive born bears raised for the purpose of entertainment and education) and lots of good food. Avra and Dante each bought a dagger necklace and my youngest daughter went on the spinning teacups twice with me. I convinced my Sister in law to bring her family to watch fireworks and I was a little bewildered by the revelation my 4 year old niece "received the holy ghost" and was blessed with the ability to "talk in tongues" recently. I'm not sure how to deal with that, so I just gave her my warmest wishes and fretted a bit for our whole bigger family thinking about the division that religion can often create within a diverse family. Especially if that religion is strict with a lot of dogma and separatism.
I hope the family will survive this.
All and all a good day back at work being able reflect on my full experience.
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2 comments:
Wow--so much I want to comment on.
1. Thank god it rained and we didn't have to leave our cookout to go to the fireworks. What a hairbrained idea I'd had that we should leave after 2 hours. Never enough time with you guys! Thanks for the rain to keep us home together!
2. I'm glad you got your peace together on the 4th.
3. I think all four-year olds contain magical spirit. Religion--what a crazymean way of sorting people.
I loved sitting with you, out in the garage, as Avra feel asleep. You two were a beautiful reminder of how much kids ad to our lives. You are such a caring and patient mother. I respect and revere you.
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