Almost There

Well, with all of 3 days left before Joe gets back I thought I'd fill you in on my thoughts from the past couple of weeks.

First- I realized that I am fully capable of taking out the trash, killing spiders, and changing diapers 24/7. I also realized that without one extra person I can finish all the laundry in an afternoon, the sink always stays the way I left it, and it's way easier to make the bed.

Second- I realized all the things that I can't do. Apparently, I don't know how to push Bear on the swing "like Dad." I also don't do a very good job with jumping on the bed. And going to the hardware store with Mom isn't as much fun as with Dad- apparently. I didn't know this till we pulled up and Bear had a tantrum because he didn't want to go in with "mommy- only daddy"


I learned that it's ok to miss Joe- and I have- very much so- but also that depending on God to fulfill me turns out way better than putting all that pressure on my husband. I realized what I missed most wasn't help with the little things- but someone to do the little things with. Companionship.

It took Joe going out of town to realize what a friend he has been. A partner in our adventure together. I don't know where we are headed- but i'm sure it will be awesome.

With that said, we have 2 weeks with Joe before he leaves again. Three more weeks away and than he'll be working around Denver for a couple months.

I'm really proud of him for taking such a big risk. I'm really proud of Bear for taking our decisions for the family in stride. I'm also very, very excited to have my partner back.