George & 2 Oldest Daughters

George & 2 Oldest Daughters
George, Oldest Daughter, and Me, 2nd Daughter 1968.

Caroline and Oldest Daughter

Caroline and Oldest Daughter
Caroline and Oldest Daughter in Photo Booth 1964

Boy George

Boy George
George and younger sister in 1940's

George and his Oldest Daughter

George and his Oldest Daughter
George and His Oldest Daughter 1964 in Photo Booth

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

Oh My Daddy...

Yes, I am George's Daughter. Who else would put up with me, or him? I sold a sofa and loveseat on craigslist, then purchased a sectional that same night on Craigslist. Fantastic set, and it looks terrific. How far did Dad go to pick it up with me? 125 miles round trip. We have always liked out trips and drives. He was in a mood until we got there, I was in one when we returned. Then we both laughed after we finally moved the monstrous sectional into my living room via the front door;)

This week has been challenging to say the least. George has been there this entire time. Today when I phoned, he said "ah, back to normal I see". I asked how he knew. "by the tone in your voice". Yes, I am truly blessed, and so is he. The patience and comeraderie we enjoy is definitely not what I witness often enough with other parent/child relationships. It is developed, not automatic. We have grown into this relationship over the years. It is work to keep it going and communication and understanding is required. I can only hope that I am laying a proper foundation for my kids and I in the future.

Tonight, I attended the parent/student meeting for Running Start. Information abounded, however, answers were rather vague. When I inquired about the mandatory testing for graduation "that's up to the student". We are told "the student is responsible for..." That is fine and dandy, however, we PARENTS are "responsible" for their education and bills until they are 18, or graduated. Too many holes need filling in this story, and you know who is going to be asking a lot of questions :-)

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