He went.
It was sad. I cried. He cried.
Hardest thing either of us has EVER done.
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| Isn't he cute, not that ugly ferret!! |
Melisa hasn't cried, been sad, appeared to even care. She looked at me like I was crazy when Michael and I were holding each other bawling. After we got home from the airport, I asked her if she understood why this was so hard. She didn't. So I tried to explain the magic of marriage to an 8 year old. Obviously, she didn't get it. She told me she didn't know he was my best friend or that we'd spent more time together (as grown-ups) than we have apart. I know all children, and some adults, are like that and just don't get it - but I just can't imagine not having these feelings in marriage.
As Michael waited for his plane he texted me something about his heart being broken...nail on the head! I feel like part of me was missing. It's hard to explain.
The days leading up to the departure were tough as was the departure at the airport but the days since have been good. Don't get me wrong I miss him, I already feel lonely at night not having someone to talk to (although we've talk every day since he left). No tears, but still sad.
Having to get back to "life" was smart. I didn't cancel youth group on Wednesday so I cried myself home from the airport than had 30 mins to feed Melisa and then teens would be here. I think that was good for me, without it I'm sure I would have moped all night long.
On other items, Melisa is out of school currently so she started her lego project. She did 95% of it without me. This was the first one she has ever tackled. I was really surprised and proud of her. It took her about 5 hours in total. She did awesome. She is still in the dining room playing with it now and switching things up.
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| The Builder and Her Horse Stable |
Today we also chatted about her God given talents and abilities I asked her what her's was. She told me painting and drawing. I'm not convinced of that yet...but we will encourage it. After she told me that I told her about the District Children's Talent Competition with our Church. She was excited and plans to enter a piece of art. The theme is Acts, so we have to read it and then she needs to get some inspiration - we have till April so I think we can make it happen. It's exciting. This is the first time she has ever done anything like this and she wanted to - I didn't have to even push at all.
On a more spiritual note I greatly enjoy a blog post of recent... Jeremiah Bolich on Sanctification
Until later, ladies and gents, here are some recent photos I know some would like to see...
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| Shooting her new bow for the first time. |
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| Their last daddy/daughter date...they won a TON of tickets. |
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| One of her shooting rounds with her new bow...good job - huh? |
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| Brad and me - matching!!! |
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| Her and Me - this one is here because dang I look good in this one! =) |
P.s. I loved jamming to Glee soundtrack while writing tonight!
4 comments:
I didn't cry when Scott moved to FL without me because I thought it wouldn't be long before I joined him. I probably would have sobbed if I'd know it was going to be 5 freakin' months. :P Of course it was different in our situation since I didn't know for sure when we'd be together again.
I won't lie. It was very hard being alone. I'm not built for that. I do think in the long run it ended up strengthening our relationship, however I have no desire to repeat it!
You're stronger than I am. You can do this. If you ever need to talk I'm only a text/call/email away. Love you!
Stay strong girl!
Esther - I had wondered how long it was for you and Scott. It helps we have a return date but the distance makes it hard. If he was in Florida we'd drive down over Spring Break or something, but the ocean and the large time difference really affects me. Thanks for the invite of support! It's appreciated.
Sarah, I definitely know what It's like to be apart from my husband, and him being overseas for 6 months, and me in the states, I also know the other side and being overseas alone without my family or friends. Both sides are terribly lonely and Sad. I hope these few months pass quickly! It will be worth it in the end. I promise.
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