Thursday, November 13, 2003
Hmmm...
I got this email from my sister today. It was most cryptic really. Pretty much what it said was that she was sure that I had heard what had happened right now, and that she and Hayden were fine. Then there was some stuff about the two of them moving back to KY to live with our dad after Christmas. Needless to say I was completely worried. Anyone who knows about that situation, knows that it is not a good one...so I was definitely expecting the worst.
I picked up the phone and frantically tried to dial my sister's number...not easy to do when you are shaking really badly. At any rate I finally get ahold of her and find get the story (both from her and my 2 year old nephew) about what happened. I'll leave it at my brother-in-law is a jackass (that is not actually a strong enough word, but I am not comfortable using the type of language that would be necessary to describe him) and they will be getting divorced. Thank God for small miracles.
I know that probably sounds awful. My sister is going to go through a divorce and I am happy. Those are the breaks though. I truly worry about her safety and the safety of my nephew. I am not happy that she is hurt or that it is hard for her. I am happy that she is going to be safe and that Hayden will be away from him.
Along those same lines...it turns out that I was left in the dark on the whole thing because my mom was afraid of "upseting me." I know, it's hard to be mad at her when she thinks that she is looking out for my best interests, but I am not a freaking child anymore. I tried to explain that to her tonight and she said: well, I don't like to do things long distance if I don't have to." So, then I had to try to explain to her that I was not going to live close. She doesn't have an option but to do things "long distance" if she is going to talk to me. Basically we got no where. I am the 21 year old who is still treated like a 5 year old by her parents. Trust me it's awesome.
I guess it's just frustrating. I know that my mom doesn't want to upset me and make me worry, but at the same time how am I supposed to learn to deal with the things that happen in life if they are all kept from me until I'm not so "stressed out and busy?" It's like I said...I may be young, but I am a grown woman...it's really time I was treated like one.
In other news, Terre Haute has finally hit November. Or maybe I should say November has finally hit Terre Haute. The weather is chilly and the last couple of days have been super windy. I am working on acclaimating myself to the cold, and as such I have not yet taken out my winter coat. I figure that I need to get used to the cold to live in Minnesota...it's gonna be a long winter. :-)
I suppose I should stop puting it off and actually study for my Hulbert test tomorrow. It is kind of late, and I am really tired. Night all!
~ N
I picked up the phone and frantically tried to dial my sister's number...not easy to do when you are shaking really badly. At any rate I finally get ahold of her and find get the story (both from her and my 2 year old nephew) about what happened. I'll leave it at my brother-in-law is a jackass (that is not actually a strong enough word, but I am not comfortable using the type of language that would be necessary to describe him) and they will be getting divorced. Thank God for small miracles.
I know that probably sounds awful. My sister is going to go through a divorce and I am happy. Those are the breaks though. I truly worry about her safety and the safety of my nephew. I am not happy that she is hurt or that it is hard for her. I am happy that she is going to be safe and that Hayden will be away from him.
Along those same lines...it turns out that I was left in the dark on the whole thing because my mom was afraid of "upseting me." I know, it's hard to be mad at her when she thinks that she is looking out for my best interests, but I am not a freaking child anymore. I tried to explain that to her tonight and she said: well, I don't like to do things long distance if I don't have to." So, then I had to try to explain to her that I was not going to live close. She doesn't have an option but to do things "long distance" if she is going to talk to me. Basically we got no where. I am the 21 year old who is still treated like a 5 year old by her parents. Trust me it's awesome.
I guess it's just frustrating. I know that my mom doesn't want to upset me and make me worry, but at the same time how am I supposed to learn to deal with the things that happen in life if they are all kept from me until I'm not so "stressed out and busy?" It's like I said...I may be young, but I am a grown woman...it's really time I was treated like one.
In other news, Terre Haute has finally hit November. Or maybe I should say November has finally hit Terre Haute. The weather is chilly and the last couple of days have been super windy. I am working on acclaimating myself to the cold, and as such I have not yet taken out my winter coat. I figure that I need to get used to the cold to live in Minnesota...it's gonna be a long winter. :-)
I suppose I should stop puting it off and actually study for my Hulbert test tomorrow. It is kind of late, and I am really tired. Night all!
~ N
Sunday, November 09, 2003
Why am I not in bed...
There are really several answers to this question. In tonight's blog we will address them all...in order of their complexity. (yeah right!) In all seriousness, I just can't sleep. Maybe it's because I was so completely lazy this weekend. Who knows. At any rate, I thought I would blog.
Nat called today and all of the stuff is in his apartment. Apparently there isn't going to be any room for me which sucks, but whatever...that's still a good 7.5 months away. He's pretty excited about living in the Great White North. Hopefully a) it will be a cool place for him and b) he will actually stay there long enough for me to experience said cool place. Time will tell, right?
Things here at good 'ole Rose are quickly drawing to a close. I have one week of classes, and one final left until I am home free. I'm pretty excited about getting out of here and going home for a couple of weeks. I'm also going to take my first trip to Phoenix, AZ to see my big sis!! I am mucho excited about that. :-)
Of course, in all honesty break will be anything but relaxing. The agenda includes (but is not limited to):
1) Finding bridesmaids dresses
2) Getting engagment pictures done (finally)
3) Ordering invitations
a) Actually have to make a guest list so I know how many to order
4) Taking a class with my mom on making headpieces (that story is for another blog)
5) Registering for wedding gifts
6) Meeting with baker, florist and caterer (not all at once)
7) Book place for rehersal dinner
8) Meet with my cousin (ceremony officiant...yay for pre-marital counseling with my cousin!!!)
a) This probably means we will have to plan out the ceremony too...:-/
9) Book a DJ
10) Check in with brass quintet
11) Spending time with my family???
I'm sure you get the picture. My advice to everyone...elope. Have a destination wedding. Get married on a cruise ship. Who cares??? I know that I will enjoy the day...it's just a lot of work when you are trying to plan it from 4 hours away...oh well. Those are the breaks. :-)
Looking forward to some time away from here...
~N
Nat called today and all of the stuff is in his apartment. Apparently there isn't going to be any room for me which sucks, but whatever...that's still a good 7.5 months away. He's pretty excited about living in the Great White North. Hopefully a) it will be a cool place for him and b) he will actually stay there long enough for me to experience said cool place. Time will tell, right?
Things here at good 'ole Rose are quickly drawing to a close. I have one week of classes, and one final left until I am home free. I'm pretty excited about getting out of here and going home for a couple of weeks. I'm also going to take my first trip to Phoenix, AZ to see my big sis!! I am mucho excited about that. :-)
Of course, in all honesty break will be anything but relaxing. The agenda includes (but is not limited to):
1) Finding bridesmaids dresses
2) Getting engagment pictures done (finally)
3) Ordering invitations
a) Actually have to make a guest list so I know how many to order
4) Taking a class with my mom on making headpieces (that story is for another blog)
5) Registering for wedding gifts
6) Meeting with baker, florist and caterer (not all at once)
7) Book place for rehersal dinner
8) Meet with my cousin (ceremony officiant...yay for pre-marital counseling with my cousin!!!)
a) This probably means we will have to plan out the ceremony too...:-/
9) Book a DJ
10) Check in with brass quintet
11) Spending time with my family???
I'm sure you get the picture. My advice to everyone...elope. Have a destination wedding. Get married on a cruise ship. Who cares??? I know that I will enjoy the day...it's just a lot of work when you are trying to plan it from 4 hours away...oh well. Those are the breaks. :-)
Looking forward to some time away from here...
~N
