Adjusting

I have never been much of a writer, but I feel like I have some things to say lately.

So here is where I will say them for anyone who might care.

It's been almost three weeks since Steve left. I miss him everyday. He is my best friend and the love of my life. Nothing is the same without him here.

The dogs miss him. Angus especially. He is acting differently and I don't think it is only due to the new dog. He is constantly at my side when previously he would find his favorite comfy sleeping spot waiting for Daddy to get home from work and I would barely see him.

The cat misses him. He is the only one she likes.

Jake has stepped up as Man of the House and I am so proud of him. He has really matured in the last couple of months and is such a joy to be around. I find myself watching the clock just waiting for him to get home from school! He is learning to mow the grass and help me with other household chores.

But we are all settling into a new routine that just gets us through each day. One day at a time. Slowly I am making plans for things to occupy my time from now until his return. Hopefully by having small things to look forward to each week or so that will help the time go by faster.

I am grateful to all of our friends and family that have offered their support and help with anything while he is gone. They know what a spoiled wife I have been! But it's all coming back to me and I am remembering how to be a single parent taking care of a house all by myself ... just add 3 more dogs and a yard ... nothing to it! Ha! I am still going through the "I can do it" phase, but I will definitely call for backup when that wears off!