Sunday, January 23, 2011

Back to Normal - I Think

2010 was a very difficult year for me. It began with the tragic death of my brother and it simply seemed to spirial down ward. I had to handle all of my brother's affairs, lost my part-time job, furlough days with the full-time job, crazy debt collectors calling, fighting to keep my house out of foreclosure, house repairs, keeping track of my Mom's medications and appointments, needy relatives, work drama, being turned down for six jobs, weight gain, and sooo much more. I was on the verge of losing it mentally, physically and spiritually. For me, I often take on projects that take my mind off of my problems. Even more, I was concerned about the affects it all had on Man-child. Despite it all, he made the honor roll and has been his regular self.

2011 has gotten off to a mild start. I am still job hunting -for both full and part-time jobs. I took the plunge and cut my hair. How is Man-child? OK. His room is a mess, he refuses to cut his hair and I am usually receive one word answers to all questions asked. I generally have learned to back off unless it is absolutley necessary. He keeps quiet but I've noticed that when I am upset or agitated with someone, mainly family, he speaks up and manages to get between me and the problem (person). Hmmmmmmmm.....

We are already more that 20 days into the new year. I don't know where or what will happen. My Faith is strengthen and I am sort of rejuvenated. Back to normal we go - I think. :-)

11 comments:

  1. LOL, I believe the one word answers are the common language of kids their age. I feel you have to pick and choose the battles you want to conquer; such as the room. Congrats to the Honor Roll this past Quarter was the 1st time Evens wasn't and I was hot... Hey everyone in life has hiccups, why can't it be our kids. If he only knew what grades I got in school he would be pissed. See you soon!

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  2. I think so, too. You've been tried and tested, and still survived. Now it's time to look for the good that is surely coming your way. And good for Man-child for stepping in. He's becoming more man than child :)

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  3. I agree with you Cilla. And you are both growing in maturity and faith. Tests are a big part of our daily walk with God. Stay prayerful and count it all joy.

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  4. Life comes in seasons. You have surely spent a year in Winter. But seasons change. Your Spring is coming.

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  5. Evelyn's analogy is right on target, and your
    season will change. Congrats to Man-Child on making
    the honor roll! That silence, it's normal in the
    teen-aged world.....when it comes to parents.

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  6. It will be alright sis this is a New Year. Man-Child is still on the honor roll and there is a new job out there for you..Your time is coming just wait and see everything will fall into place just keep the faith..

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  7. gYes, 2011 was tough but you got through it, mind, body and soul intact. A little shaken but your faith has been renewed, your mind is clear and you know what to do to get the body in shape. You some hard blows last year which would have brought some folks down. 2011 will be better and you will get back threefold what you lost. Claim it!

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  8. 'Cilla,

    I hope 2011 is a wonderful, extraordinary year for you. You deserve it. I hope you're able to find a new job that pays well enough that you don't need a second job. And I hope Man-child continues to make you proud.

    Keeping you in prayer.

    Patricia

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  9. What Patricia said..I couldnt agree more !

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  10. I too am hoping that 2011 will be a normal year for you. Glad to see that Man-child has your back and knows when to step in.

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  11. The ladies said it all. 2011 will be your year :)

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