Leaving for the coast today Monday
Good morning sistas,
I'll be leaving here around noonish. I can't wait to get away. I need this time of solitude! But first I have to take my mom to the grocery store and to the bank so she'll be set for the week. I will pick up a few things for my little kitchen in the condo this morning too. Not really sure what I'll want to cook or eat this week, so I won't get too much. I can always go to the store down there.
This is where I am staying:
It is less than a 5 minute walk to the beach. I'm taking one folding chair with me. I'm not big on sitting in the sand.
Mostly, though, I just want to sleep and sit and think and maybe do a little writing. I'm taking the laptop with me, just in case.
Carrie left for Waco this morning, and I think she's doing okay. A bit shell shocked, but both Christie and I did our best to help her see that all will be well. We are a family who loves babies, and Chris and I both told her we are excited about this newest member of our family! She's worried about telling her boss that she's pregnant. There are certain things in a chem lab that she shouldn't be around while pregnant. And she's worried about graduating. I told her it really doesn't make much difference if she graduates in May 2016 or in Aug 2016. As near as we can figure (without exact dates) the baby should be due around February. I will be there for a couple of months at least. Then we might try me keeping the baby here during the week and Carrie coming down (or us going up) on the weekends. Whatever it takes. I just want her to be happy about the baby.
I do hope that she will look for and find a teaching position at one of the many, many colleges and universities in this area. She could work in Austin or San Antonio or San Marcos--all of those would be within an hour's drive of my house. She'll be making good money, so day care won't be a problem, but it will be easier for her with a built-in support system of Mimi and Aunt Christie nearby.
Well, as you can tell, the new baby is much on my mind.
Anyway, I need to get moving. Lots to do this morning before I can leave at noon. Love you all!
Vickie
Good Morning Vickie!
Glad you are going to get away on your private retreat. The place you will be staying at looks beautiful. I am sure you will be able to relax and think and catch your breath.
Enjoy!
It is funny how God works with a new baby on the way just after Butch just passing! What a gift! I loved having Jasmyn all the time when she was little...I was even allowed to bring her in my office b/c she was such a quiet infant! The pregnancy was also a very special time in my relationship w/her mom as I am sure you know from Christie. I just think babies...the promise of a new life and all it's possibilities is such a joyous time!
And there is nothing better than having family close by to nurture and spend time with the little one...
I myself do not have much planned for today. The usual swimming, house projects, etc. We did get the pool ladder moved to the deck and just need to put in a small 'plank' to the steps which should take about an hour to do. There is only a 15 inch gap. I can now get in and out of the pool with no fear of a slip and fall! And considering my tailbone still hurts that is a good thing!
I hope everyone has a good day. Connie, I continue to be concerned about your health...wish there was something I could do...
Everyone have a good day!
Kathy
Hello Vickie...that place looks awesome....I would be in that pool every day or on the beach!! I have been so tan all my life and I don't really burn anymore. If I do it fades fast. You be careful. Glad you have your hats, sunscreen and chair!!!
I am so happy you are doing this. It will help you to rest and relax as you really need to do right now.
I too am so excited about Carrie's little bundle of joy!!! I know you will do everything in your power to help them both. I am happy for all of you!!!!
Enjoy your thinking, sleeping, writing or reading...most of all relax!!
Love you always...Hugs ......connie d
Hi Vickie:
The place looks fabulous. Hope you have a restful vacation. Try not to think about the future too much. Just be in the now.
As for the baby, well, it's like the song "And when I die" ... "there'll be one child born and the world to carry on." When my Aunt Bernice died at 91, she left on a Saturday night, and her great grandchild was born Sunday morning ... kind of like ships passing in the night.
Have a good time! 
