Cute, WordPress. I started a post, had two paragraph written, and then poof – gone. Just like the month of February. I was shocked when the calendar turned to March; were you? It seems like it was just the start of January!
Anyway, let’s go back to Thursday, when my parents came into town to visit. We thought it might be nice, since we hadn’t seen them since around Christmas. They got in around 4 and we caught up, etc. My middle had soccer practice so I ran him up to the fields then came back for everyone because it was time for monthly trivia. I wish I’d taken a full table photo; we had 12 adults and 6 kids, though they ran around outside, as usual. We didn’t win any rounds but it seemed like good competition that night. Oh well.
The next day, kids had school so after Ash worked his half day, we popped up to Thomasville for lunch. I really am awful about taking photos but I really should have. We finally tried a pizza place our friends have told us about for years. And it did not disappoint! I had this one with chicken, red onion, feta, and arugula. So good.
After, we went into a bottle shop and found some Eagle Rare which is… rare. My mom wasn’t feeling too hot so we headed home and rested. It was kind of a peaceful day, actually. In the evening, we watched an old movie my dad suggested, then Only the Strong, which we suggested.
On Saturday, Ash and I both had to get in a quick 5 mile ride then Isaac had a soccer game.
The team played well, considering they always get paired against my older son’s old team, who are mostly seniors. Isaac’s is mostly freshmen, even some 8th graders. They lost 0-2 but it should have been 1-1. Oh well. Anyway, we had lunch right after and Elliot met us, which was amazing, since he’s either working or off doing his own thing. Sometimes it feels like he’s already moved out. I cannot believe I have a child this old!
My parents left that afternoon and it all went sideways after that. Just a general pall of sadness; but in the end, some good family conversations. I feel like that’s something no blogs or social media posts ever talk about: when families have heart to hearts. Maybe that is private stuff but sometimes it’s nice to know other families are like yours, you know? Either way, it was cathartic.
Sunday, I got up late, for me: 8. Got to the store and made guac, then hopped on the bike. Made tacos. Actually, I made chicken fajitas in the air fryer for me and beef tacos for everyone else. In the afternoon, Ash and I fixed the leaky kitchen faucet and then he and Isaac worked on tearing up more of this one side of our massive deck. We finally got to sit and relax and watch the Oscars. I was kind of disappointed that Anora won so much; it was fine but not Oscar-worthy. Then again, some of my favorite movies never get nominated so, whatever.
Today, I am feeling the impending doom of still needing full time work; I am still teaching of course but there’s never anything in Summer. I have to find something, stat. But I am trying not to play my old run and hide game and instead, keep applying and reaching out to positions, etc. I think I might cancel my Wednesday classes because next week is Spring Break anyway; let them have extra time. That will free me up to catch up on life, which will help me feel better!
incognitusscriptor.com 
So nice that your parents could come and visit. It sounds like you guys had a good visit. Yes, deeper events like important conversations never seem to make blog posts. I guess they’re too ephemeral or personal. Your weekends always seem like a good mixture of productivity, relaxation and socializing. The deck project sounds massive especially if you plan to replace the deck with something. Have a great Monday!
Well, the way our deck is, it wraps around the house in a funky way but its literally only off the ground by about a foot or so. We are hoping there’s some kind of concrete pad straight out from the glass door then we’ll work with that. The thing needs to be taken down anyway so might as well begin!
I actually feel “bad” anytime I’ve posted negative blog posts but when I read someone else’s blog about real life, it does help me to know that I’m not alone. I try to be careful when posting about anything personal.
I think the best thing about blogging is knowing you’re not alone. I’m sure many nod their head in agreement at things you share, but maybe for whatever reason they feel they can’t share their own stuff. I’m glad you had a nice time with your parents. Family conversations can be hard but they need to happen so it’s good you got that done too. The pizza looks so good! Have a nice week!