Well now. It has been quite a while, hasn't it? I have kept silent about my struggles for the past four years, mainly because I was in the midst of something that I never imagined could happen to our family. And it wasn't just my story. It still is not. A friend once told me I am an external processor, and I suppose she is right. I find that saying things out loud help me find the answer, if there is one. There was no good answer, as it turns out. And so, I am sad to say, that I am now divorced. A single mother, navigating a life I never imagined. But there are some things that haven't changed. My faith, for one. I know that God is with me on this journey and that He is way smarter and wiser than I could ever be. He has held me close as I wept and grieved the end of my marriage. He held my hand as I packed up what would fit in a moving truck and drove our belongings to a new home. He has led me to new jobs and I can only trust that all will be well if only I cont...
As always your ability to tell a story with pictures amazes me. It seems like it went well. I am happy you all had a good time, once you consoled the kids about the overnight hotel stay. It really is pretty out there. Some day I will make it to the west coast although I plan on stopping at some of those winery's. :-) Glad you are home safe, another trip under your belt and a new member added to the family.
ReplyDeleteThe girls looked so sweet in thair flower girl dresses!! Jim and I got to go to Coronado a few years ago for Strong Bonds - so lovely. We did NOT stay at the fancy Hotel de Coronado, but it was still lovely. We had no car, so we walked or rode bikes all over. We went to Mass at Sacred Heart, which is right on the island. We were astounded when we were riding around, to stop and see the prices of some of the homes for sale. WOW!! It would sure be a nice Navy assignment, though!
ReplyDeleteOh, the girls looked so pretty in those dresses and I can't believe how much your oldest daughters have grown, they are both taller than you!!! So glad you had a good time!! Thanks for sharing those beach pictures....it's coooooold here in MN.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great trip. Love seeing everyone in their finery. And love seeing the Hotel Del. Both my daughters were working there when they met their SEALs. Sweet memory. Welcome home.
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