I had a little disappointment yesterday, but I am moving forward. My son's birtday is coming up in a little over 2 weeks and it falls on a Saturday when I have the kids. He wants to have a costume party and we shopped a bit for his costume (also for halloween) last week. He tells me that he wants to have the party at his mom's place instead of mine because it is so much bigger. I was kind of hoping for a neutral location, but I dont want him to feel guilty in knowing that I wont attend his party over at his Mom's/Ed's house. I just plan to take him and D7 out for dinner after their party is over.
The kids also told me that they are going to Maui during winter break. I called XW to confirm and organize times since we split winter break with the kids. XW said her mom was going too and they had not made reservations yet, but she would keep me informed and it may be necessary for the kids to miss some school. I need to let XW know that I am not ok with the kids missing school. Later, the kids told me that their mom and Ed were going to get married on Maui. It will be interesting as to when XW tells me this information. I really could care less now, but I wonder if she thinks that she needs to keep it a secret.
Oh, and the kids say that they traded in the BMW convertible for a Mercedes sports car that has a speedometer the goes up to 200mph. I looked the thing up and it looks to be around $70 G. I do hope the kids are not being taught the lesson that money buys happiness.
Hey Kerry, I am sorry about the location of the party. Kids are kids. I hope your son takes well the fact you will not go.
She is getting married? Well, good luck to her. I am glad Ed seems to treat your kids well. It must be a relief of somekind.
And kids learn from both parents, thank God for that! Dont worry Kerry, your kids will remember your great trekking trips and camping excursions and not the Mercedes when they grow up... K
Hmm...sounds like your XW and mine are related. When did you say her birthday was. I am also expecting her to get married soon....lucky guy...he better hold on to his wallet...but I digress. I agree with K. With all the quality time you spend with your kids, there is no way that that can be replaced by a Mercedes.
ouch - sorry kerry. Between the boy's birthday and the XW's remarriage, that's a lot to stomach. I'm with Kalni - kids learn a lot of things that they don't necessarily express. You're a good man and a tremendous father. Despite the drama, you've kept things calm. Someday your children will recognize that.
There is always some good news and it seems that XW is starting to consider other activities for D7 as the violin is so difficult and does not seem to be D7's calling. She seems to be more drawn to experimenting on her brothers piano. And she is really excited about the prospect of attending her 2nd grade teacher's private tap dance studio.
Hey Kerry....should be very soon for me. There was a little snafu with our lousy lawyer's paperwork (that has been taken care of). I am already divorced in my heart and in my head so the finality will not take me for a loop (at least i hope not).I figure she is probably planning a Christmas holiday wedding. I, have no plans whatsoever to get married again or even move in with someone.
You're a good dad, clever guy and huckleberry hound. Oh yes.. and you seem to have a way with women, even if you're an Asian lesbian stuck in an American male's body.
What your wife does in her personal life is her business, and vice versa. Being parents is your connection. But then again, you know all that.
