Life's Updates......
Well, today is July 31, 2015. I haven't blogged in years. I thought this would be a good time in my life to start as I am now an empty nester. Yes, an empty nester. I'll get into that in a minute, but I first have to say, this empty nester stuff is for the birds! I have been feeling lonely lately, sad, and a bit depressed. I guess that's all normal when your children leave the "coop". Now, onto the update. Elizabeth, my 20 year old daughter, who will be 21 in September, moved out of the house last year to an apartment here in Las Vegas. In January, of this year, she moved to Austin, Texas, and is now attending The University of Texas at Austin. This is her 3rd year in collage, but first year in Austin. Although I am super, super, super proud of her, I sure wish she lived closer to me, and secretly, wish she enrolled at The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV). But, wherever she may be, I support her choices 100%. She is also engaged to her fiancé, Evan. The wedding is set for October 10, 2015. The picture below is of Elizabeth that she snapped of herself a few days ago. I thought this picture was terrific, I had to share with the world!
Now, onto my son, Brendan. He's 18 years old, and just graduated high school in June. My other child I am so proud of. Brendan has made great progress with his social anxiety, and even went to his senior prom with his friend, Roxane. He sure looked dapper that night! Elizabeth came down for his graduation, and took Brendan back with her for a few weeks. Well, here we are, almost 2 months later, and he's still in Texas with her and her fiancé. He just broke the news to Paul (husband) and I, that he wants to stay out there to look for a job, and start college next semester. Again, although, I'm proud of him, right now I have to say, I'm a little upset. I know he's an adult, but I feel selfish and feel like I should still be making his plans for him. I planned on him getting a part time job here in Vegas, while attending college here in the state. That would have been easier for him as he cannot afford to pay for out of state tuition, and I sure don't want him burying himself in student loans/debt at such a young age. We shall see what the future brings. The picture below is of Brendan on his prom night.
I sure as heck miss my children so much! They are all I've ever "known" these past 20 years. That's half my life. So, now that Paul and I are empty nesters, you'd figure we'd be busy with each other, and travel, and do what we want, but life for some reason doesn't work out like that, or the way you think it should. We do have plans to travel, but that's months away. We have been fixing up the house, and trying to get used to being alone. As of last week, July 26, I am officially unemployed. My employer eliminated a few departments, and my department happened to be one of them. I feel lost without working even though I wished for years I would get laid off so I can have time to craft and bake and clean and.........you know, all the domestic stuff. On a positive note, I have been cooking more, and started Weight Watchers. I have so much weight to lose, which is another contributing factor to my depression I'm feeling at the moment. Since starting only 5 days ago, I can honestly say, it's easier getting around, and my feet and ankles aren't swollen anymore. I know I've lost weight, I can feel it. I will see on Monday's weigh day. Below is a picture of a healthier, low carb pizza I made for Paul and I. I need to watch carbs since I am now pre-diabetic.
That is my life update for now. I'm hoping to join a few groups with other mothers who are newly empty nesters in my area, or a crochet group. Now is the time take care of me, and have fun. Just need to get over this hump first.
Until next time, enjoy yourself and be well.....
