Lovely dinner last night with a good friend who I don't get to spend nearly enough time with. It was great to sit and talk and relax and get caught up. And it's always helpful to have a fresh perspective on issues and challenges, she said something to me that really made me realize that I'm overpersonalizing the situation with my daughter. I'm glad she is comfortable enough to tell me the truth, it's great to have good friends.
And good partners! Who came home early, told me he'd been thinking about our conversation from yesterday (which had been about work), and gave me his perspective. He had been smart and sensitive enough not to suggest a "fix", especially right away, but I valued his input and honesty. Then when I came downstairs this morning there was another lovely note telling me he'd made me a lunch, taken care of some of the household chores, and wanted to let me know how much he cares about me.
That's one of the best things about the afternoon shift - we communicate by notes on the kitchen counter as we usually don't see too much of each other, and they are often funny, usually sweet, and always make me smile.
My bestie from Ottawa is coming through town tomorrow, can't wait to see her! and she'll get to meet "the boys". It will be great to spend the evening with her tomorrow and hear all about what's going on with her life, I miss her!
P.S. Still no response from my daughter, and my son's working so much he doesn't have any free time... maybe next week.
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