Also, Bob's youngest was being, oh let's say sassy and we had to go pick him up and bring him up here. He started the 2nd semester at Northland Pines in Eagle River. It seems to be a good fit. So far so good. Gives Bob a bit of purpose right now. It makes me sad, as it is an in-your-face constant reminder that my kids are so far away.
We still are sitting on pins and needles waiting for the acceptance of Bailey Bruno to the US Army. She oh so wants this. The one snafu is her eye. As some may know, she has a tiny glass tube in the inside corner of her right eye. This is a type of "gutter" if you will. She had many surgeries as a youngster for a blocked tear duct. This allows her tears to run back into her nasal system instead of streaking down her face. Eventually, this jones tube was placed in and seems to be the fix. Well the Army hasn't heard of this and almost rejected her. Her file has made it to the Attorney General's Office! Bailey's surgeon is an ophthalmic plastic surgeon. He has sent a letter to the AG stating that Bailey would be fine even in a combative situation. So, we are holding our breath still. This is something Bailey has been looking forward to with such passion, a passion I really haven't seen in her before.
I am grateful for many things. I am trying to remain positive. I know it could be much, much worse. But a little self pity is going on here. I miss THE STORE, and being part of it. I miss my cop job. I miss the kids and contact with the outside world.
So, while I sit here with fingers crossed because we are trying to get back on our feet financially, hoping this well service isn't going to cost alot, I will continue to think about all that I am grateful for.
