Today is one of those days. We were supposed to go up north to a cabin in Elk Rapids. We paid for it last April, to get away together as a family, and enjoy the scenery. We've been looking forward to this weekend for quite sometime.
Until, of course, your theatre teacher demanded that you have rehearsal this weekend. And if you miss the rehearsal, you'll potentially get cut from your role in the Fall Play (A Christmas Story). So I'm caught in the paradox of wanting to spend quality time with you, but not sacrificing your role in theatre. I don't want you to resent me, but I h a t e the fact that Kevin Schneider sees more of you than I do.
So instead of taking the whole family, Teresa and I will be heading up north as a couple. I'm sure we'll enjoy the time at the cabin, but there will always be a nostalgic sadness whenever I look behind the driver's seat in the rearview mirror, and wonder where Ambria Faith is.
I miss you like crazy right now. My heart is always sad, whenever you're not with me.
Friday, October 19, 2018
Sunday, October 7, 2018
Sixth Grade Challenges
Once again, the school season has brought new adventures for you. You are starting a brand new school at Holland East Middle School. You are navigating the chaotic hallways with urgency, because tardiness is punishable by death, apparently. You still hang out with the family cast of characters "Uby" and Adelle, and Emma, Eleanor, Atiana, and others.
Of course you're back on the soccer field, like a boss! Adelle's dad is your soccer coach, and this season you've gone undefeated so far! How awesome is that?? It is definitely a lot more fun when you win!
And to top things off, you've picked up the violin! You've been faithful to practice, learning to read the notes and hitting them with great intensity! You played "Happy Birthday" to me last week, for my 43rd year.
I love your heart, Ambria. You make me so proud. Every time I look at you, and the young woman that you're becoming.
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