When I look back on the past 2 and a half years of my life and the trauma and adjustments that were made and endured, I am amazed how "normal" they are.
Both have battled initially at school but did well at the end of this year, both have had and do have relationships and I have only threatened to kill one individual of the male species.
Both initially shared a bedroom with me and then a tiny bachelors flat and never complained.
They accepted the fact that they was no money and when I was unable to be a Dad, they cared for me.
The result of this experience is that I have 2 fighters who although polite and well mannered, speak their minds and are blossoming into amazing woman.We have created our own new rituals and routines and now operate as a unite of 3. This includes sharing one bathroom and I have done a combination of a raindance, exotic tapdancing and howling and begging when their 10 minute bath somehow exceeds 30 minutes.
I praise God that I am where I am and upon reflection I have no idea how I survived on a single salary. My budget doesn't allow for fruit and bran but somehow accommodates chocolate cereal, beer and cheese.
So as this year draws to an end for Simon, Nicole and I, we would like to wish you a very Merry Christmas filled with love, laughter and lunacy. May your hearts with love and your homes blessed with visitors.
To my amazing family (especially my Mom) and fantastic friends, an Oprah sized extravaganza of a hug to you.
Nite all
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CooL Bananas Ted!! You loving them costs nothing and means the most!!
ReplyDeleteYou and your 2 little angels are a beautiful family! Yes, it's true that a breakdown of a marriage can ruin the lives of the young ones, but you and your lovely children have what can only be described as strength of charachter! This (In part) is what has ensured your survival! Bless you all at this time of they year! Have a wonderful New Year!
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