I've been MIA. Apologies to my dear friends! Fallon and I flew "home" to Washington to stay with my parents while Will attempted to sell security systems in Texas. Things haven't really gone according to plan (Will decided door-to-door sells just wasn't for him- and who could blame him, really?). So Will flew back to San Diego early while Fallon and I are still taking in the (mostly) gorgeous Seattle summer.
It's been lovely having my entire family together before my brother goes on his mission to Macon, Georgie (woo hoo!). It's so funny how easily we slide back into our familiar roles- even though it's been years since all six of us have lived together. Sometimes it's a frustrating feeling. But right now, for some reason, it's relaxing and comforting. Maybe because I just went through an extremely stressful move and things are still settling in back in ol' SD? Or maybe it's because I value my family so much more since I've become a mother?
I find myself doing the same things I did 10 years ago. Talk about deja vu.
Being a mom, it's really difficult for me to make time for myself. This trip has made me realize that I need to be more in touch with who I am as a person, as Natalie. Not just as Fallon's mother, which is an amazing calling but can't be the only facet of my life.
I played tennis in high school. Almost every day in college. But haven't touched a racket since Fallon was born. Luckily, my bff and doubles partner in hs is home for the summer, so we've been tearing it up on the courts. Haha! If by "tearing it up" I mean playing like old ladies... then yes, yes we have.
And I've loved every second of it.
My point is, it's been nice to get back to my roots. Ya know what I mean?
At any rate, Fallon is having the time of her life. She loves Nana and Grandpa, Aunt Kat, Uncle Joe, and Aunt Caz. Not to mention the always entertaining Jack, my black lab "brother"- seriously, my dad calls him his second son. Weeeeird.
PS You guys, this is where I grew up/my parents currently live. Seriously in the mountains. Now you know why I have no cell reception!
Saturday, May 30, 2009
What up world?
Posted by Nat at 10:31 PM
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YAY for a new post! I've been wondering how you've been!
It is funny how we can so easily revert to our old roles when we're at home--I know exactly what you mean. Glad you've been able to play tennis and do something for yourself.
Welcome back!
And I'm glad you're reinventing The Natalie again. It's weird how you can stray from your old self and sometimes it takes a while to prioritize and try to feel like your old self.
It is really good for you to be home, sounds like your re-grouping and having a ball. Since you guys are on the fast track...it's important to s-l-o-w down sometimes. We should play tennis (like the old lady that I am) when you get back...I forgot that I love to play that too.
P.S. I feel jipped on the photos...only one??? More please! Since we can't chat ya might as well show us where the heck you are....pretty mountains though!!!
FINALLY! I was beginning to think that you were loving life in SD so much that you weren't going to blog anymore. And I agree with Sachia...MORE PHOTOS, PLEASE!!
Yay, you're back on the blog!!! I love your posts! Okay, I'm glad you're having such a fun time in WA. It's so fun hanging out with family. That's why I'm going to PA soon for two weeks with Weston, hahaha. And yay for playing some tennis again! You're right, we shouldn't just define ourselves as mothers, because there's a lot more to who we are. Keep having fun up there!! (I don't know how long you're going to be in Seattle, but I'm coming to Anacortes in July. If you're there, you should drive up and visit me at my sister's sweet house, and we can hang out.) :-D
I feel like I am really relating to you perfectly right now. My family is all in town for a few weeks at home and Dave already moved to Utah and got a job. I am still here for a few more weeks until we can move into our house. It is really weird how I thought I matured over the last 7 years, and guess that I really haven't. Everything is back to normal. Dave said he had never heard me yell like that before (targeted at one of my sisters). He said he was in complete shock and didn't know I could do that. I guess that is a good thing he hasn't seen that come out of me in 4 years of marriage, that says something, right? Enjoy it while you can, and let me know when you get back in town, in case I haven't booked yet.
ahh nat i miss you! i am so glad you are enjoying yourself. it's important to have "me" time and not forget who you are. it will make you a better mom in the long run. i am here in texas, wishing you were here! take care and keep in touch.
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