Hurdles…that is what we all keep jumpin’ over and over everyday, and this past week has been no exception. I realize things could be sooo much worse and I’ll take my lot, but it doesn’t make it any more fun. Then again, life wasn’t meant to be all fun and games right? How would we have opportunities for real growth? I’ve also heard the saying that bad things come in threes, here are my three from the past week that I hope to learn from.
#1 – The washer
My washer officially met its match. I realized this when I would try and load my washer and step away with wet socks. It had a leak that found it’s way through the floor board and manifested itself in the ceiling of the guest/JTs temporary bedroom. It wasn’t too bad, but still a little of a set back that we have yet to fix. After Stephen checked things out he declared that the washer wasn’t worth trying to fix. So on Thursday during Stephen’s lunch break as he was trying to prepare for his crazy mountain climb we went to Bingham and Sons and picked out a new washer to be delivered on Friday afternoon. That part was kind of exciting, but signing the receipt wasn’t! I have successfully washed 8 loads of laundry since then and I am really grateful for modern day luxuries!
#2 Renter’s Ousted
On Friday while Stephen was on his hike I received a certified letter in the mail informing me that (short version of the story) we are in violation with the law to rent our apartment out and that we have 15 days to do come in compliance with this or pay the penalty. Of course we want NOT to violate the law so we gave our renters the bad news. They understood and took it well. I am thinking I might have to start a preschool now to utilize the space? It even sounds kind of fun to me.
#3 Broken Arm
My little/big girl Alexis broke her arm today while doing a back handspring. Wow, I wasn’t prepared for the emotions that would surface. I love that girl and hated to see her broken and I couldn’t fix it! It made my heart ache – I even had to tell her to cover it because it made me so sad. She was so tough and sweet. The doctor and nurse complimented her on what a great patient she was. She remembered to use her manners and even generated a smile through the pain. I was very proud to be her mom. I’m sure to notice a loss over the next couple of weeks because she such a great help around here. It will probably be so nice for her to have a break and get a turn to be waited on!
Comments:
Mom and Dad Parker said…
It’s good to have your three over. Life sure is a lot like life. None of us will probably say, “boy that was sure easy”. Good luck this week. You are getting good grades in life. Stay tough and rugged and remember that you are surrounded by love.
Monday, August 04, 2008 12:42:31 AM
Mzb said…
Those are some hurdles, but it sounds like you are all on the mend. Good luck with everything, don’t stress yourself out to much with starting a preschool. Enjoy that baby.
Monday, August 04, 2008 8:13:50 AM
Anne said…
Jodi, Hang in there! Sounds like some craziness for you. Maybe this week will offer three good things for ya. Happy day!
Monday, August 04, 2008 11:01:02 AM