Life has been busy the last few weeks and I haven’t been online as much to write a blog or anything else.Why? Because I have been focusing on family issues. So let’s catch you up with what I’ve been up to.
Family: Focus On Helping Daughter
First, my daughter has been having issues regarding my grandson. Please, let me be very clear before I start…my grandson loves his baby sister with all his heart and is a very good “big brother”. With that being said, he is no longer the only child after 6 years, AND he has been diagnosed with ADHD. Behavior issues have cropped up and school has become an unsafe environment for him. So…after weighing all the options and a considerable amount of research, my daughter is now homeschooling my grandson.
Family: Focus On Mom
Second, my mom is getting older and has mobility issues. So, I went home for a visit Mother’s Day weekend. I was able to spend time with her and observe her in regards to some concerns my younger sister had. After a couple of days paying close attention to my mom, I was able to relieve those concerns since the issue related to me is a very easy fix. We, my younger sister and I, also took my mom out for a treat to “The Golden Girls Kitchen” pop up at Pullman Yards in Atlanta. Mom enjoyed her night out, especially since getting out of the house is a rare thing for anymore.
Family: Focus On Grandson
Last, I spent a couple of days at my daughter’s house after Mother’s Day before heading back home with my grandson. This allowed me to give my daughter a break from the stress of dealing with his behavior issues. Did my grandson have some meltdowns/behavior issues while at my house? Yes. However, his issues were minor. Also, those minor issues were the direct result of misunderstandings. The visit confirmed my suspicions that my grandson has some ideas he isn’t as important to the adults around him.
In conclusion, I spent that last few weeks on family matters. I don’t, as a rule, blog and/or get online to scroll social media during time with family. Family time is more important to me due to living 600 miles away. It’s not like I can just hop in a car and be at the home of a family member in 20 minutes for a visit. No, I have to plan and make arrangements with Hunny Bun concerning our dog, Athena. As a result, I would rather spend my time with them making memories (good, bad, and ugly). I’m sure you all understand my logic.
Now, I’m back and have no plans for the next couple of months other than reading, predawn/sunrise walks with Athena, and getting in shape. I look forward to sharing the upcoming adventures of that with you all.