Moving

Last friday was the close of my escrow. I have a mixture of emotions but I imagine this only normal. I am very happy that it did sale, that I am able to walk away and not look back. However, I spent a lot of money into this house, Andrew was brought home after birth and it was my first official home purchase. But in the end.. I needed to sale it.

So we are all moving back to Marin county. We rented an old victorian home full of much charm and thankfully an additional bedroom! So more room will hopefully equal more fun to be had. Kids seem pretty excited.

Emma is really growing up now. I realize I still talk to her in broken sentences, trying to only use simple words to explain things. She is now beyond that. Her questions are deeper now, her thought pattern and curiosity have changed. She is my little girlfriend who has a lot of opinions and is not afraid to express them. Of course she now decides what clothing to wear, what color is best for every occasion. She also tries to mother Andrew so that "I can have a break". Yes, she mothers me as well and tells me to have a break. Such a sweet little girl.

Andy just had his 2nd birthday. Emma and I sang Happy Birthday to him, meanwhile he was laughing the entire time. Then when we were done he chanted "Again.. again". So Emma and I amused him as we sang it over and over. He kept laughing... perhaps at our voices? Drew is still wearing the color pink, loves jewelry and makeup. However he loves motorcycles, frogs and cars. So I feel its ok to wear pink if you digging in the dirt and trying to eat bugs?

The full burden of financial affairs is strictly on me. The ex still doesnt pay for anything and I find myself dizzy with bills. To give you an idea.. children's daycare costs $2,000 a month. Lets not count all the other things I pay for (supplemental insurance, etc..) So being this single parent is extremely difficult. I dont understand how a parent can walk away and not assume any financial responsibility? Of course this is only a broken record... child support agent clearly stated to me I am not alone. I realize that... but I dont have to accept it.

Sam and I are doing really well. Dating now for 1.5 years. Definitely not in a rush for anything.. just enjoying my healthy relationship. Kids love him as well...so it makes for a wonderful home environment.

Take care,

Brandy