And so , here we are--finally communicating, if only by bits and pieces. Not a bad start, I would say. Although I talk with each of you sporadically, I think I will be enjoying the common thread.
Hannah, I love how you relate to your roommates and how you see the world with a broad lens. College can do that, seeing as how it incorporates a myriad of peoples and viewpoints. Not withstanding, I would still like to go to the local Farmers' Market with you, tho I did so enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at Morro Bay.
Kara, you have now officially joined the "self-supporting ones," complete with bills and roommates. Good for you, tho I don't envy all the changes. 'Course I don't like change--except for furniture and kitchen drawers. Lucas hates it when I move the can opener.
As for the elder son, we watched him play football last Thursday. The week before, he quarterbacked the entire game without a break, running back and forth to the coach after every play to get instructions. Tired boy. But this week, he played center on defense. He made ten tackles, including one where he broke through the line and tackled the quarterback right after the throw, making the QB wobble his pitch. Luke was tired, but felt better after the game than the week before, when he was so exhausted he was angry. Dad and I also attended the Varsity Football Game at AVHS on Friday--the first on their new field--and the team had their first--yes, first--win. Dad said Luke kept looking up at us from his seat and was surprised at how intent we were on the game. Ah, so little do the children know. We are interested in what interests the child.....
Parallel with day-to-day activities are the harder things of life, naturally. My mind hums--no, grinds--right now with the effort of sorting out pounding thoughts. I don't get why I learn important lessons about myself and mothering after you are grown. And, honestly, I do not have God figured out, no matter what you may think.
Bread-and-butter news includes:
- Daniel and Marybeth will be here for Thanksgiving;
- Kara will not be here for Thanksgiving;
- Grandma Jones will be arriving December 19th to spend Christmas with us;
- Grandma Jones will go to Uncle Mike's December 26th;
- Dad has made a call to Noriega's to consider a get-together either 12/26 or at Logan's Candy Canes sometime before Christmas;
- we love you, and are grateful you have two parents. When you are upset with one, you can still talk to the other!
Momma
2 comments:
awww.. I wanted to see Luke play! Im sad that I cant.
There are a few things that seriously suck at being out on your own. I miss my family, I have letters from brenna and Noelle on my closet doors. Theres not much else to say-except that I am once again praying about changing my major.. Good Lord only knows what to!
It would have been cool to see Luke play football!
We are still on the job search, although we both are discouraged and have slowed down in the search.
Our church has been great in supporting us both through prayer and resources. They've given us Stater Bros. gift cards for groceries, and many people are keeping their eyes out for something. It's great to be supported and have a good foundation.
Dan went to Men's Retreat this past weekend and had a great time! They had adventurous activities like mountain bike riding, frisbee, and great speakers. He has several good conversations with other guys.
We just completed Vineyard 101 to learn more about the church and the leaders. It was great to have the fellowship and conversations, and getting to know the leaders.
So, if Luke hadn't let you know, we need him to come the Monday before Thanksgiving and we should be able to pay his way down on the MetroLink. He can take the Antelope Valley line to the San Bernardino line then get off at the North Pomona station. I'm just not sure how we can get the money to him to come.
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