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Posted by Dinah on September 21, 2005, at 6:01:32
Not sure about internet access, probably not.
It's just too depressing living in this hotel with the other evacuees, listening to the disaster radio station 24/7 or sleeping.
My husband needs to stay for work, but my son and I are free till after Rita when they'll let us go back I reckon. So we're off to the nearby mountains for a day or two. He needs to add another state to his places visited. And he's not seen many mountains at all, and none of this sort.
He'll probably barely look up from his gameboy, but I'll enjoy them immensely.
See you in a few days, at least for a bit, till I go home and lose internet access entirely for who knows how long.
(My husband is not at all thrilled that I'll be off having fun while there's still so much to do, but I can't see that there's all that much to do until we can leave here, and he can always call me back if something is needed. I just need to get away from the misery. I'm sorry he can't too, but...)
Posted by ClearSkies on September 21, 2005, at 6:08:18
In reply to Off for a day trip, posted by Dinah on September 21, 2005, at 6:01:32
This is a really good thing for you to do with your son, Dinah. The break from your stressful environment should be quite a tonic.
Enjoy the trip!
ClearSkies
Posted by All Done on September 21, 2005, at 8:08:24
In reply to Off for a day trip, posted by Dinah on September 21, 2005, at 6:01:32
Have a very nice time, Dinah! You deserve some rest and relaxation.
Of course, we'll miss you.
Have a safe trip.
Laurie
Posted by Angela2 on September 21, 2005, at 8:46:27
In reply to Off for a day trip, posted by Dinah on September 21, 2005, at 6:01:32
Oh Dinah,
I'm sorry you have to go through this. I'm glad you will be safe though. Write to us when you get back.
Posted by alexandra_k on September 21, 2005, at 16:56:17
In reply to Off for a day trip, posted by Dinah on September 21, 2005, at 6:01:32
I hope you have a really nice time :-)
Posted by JenStar on September 21, 2005, at 17:01:55
In reply to Off for a day trip, posted by Dinah on September 21, 2005, at 6:01:32
I hope you have a GREAT time! :) Mountains sound wonderful. Breathe some fresh air and laugh with your son about something silly.
I'm sure your hubby would love to be going too, but I'm also sure that he wants YOU and your son to be happy and healthy, emotionally as well as physically.
I hope the mountains do you good! Let us know if you do any hiking or see any cool animals.
Have a great time!
jenStar
Posted by Annierose on September 21, 2005, at 17:54:13
In reply to Off for a day trip, posted by Dinah on September 21, 2005, at 6:01:32
I know I'll miss getting your updates, but I'll still be thinking about you and hoping your mini vacation is just what the doctor ordered.
Enjoy the time with your son!
Posted by Phillipa on September 21, 2005, at 18:27:45
In reply to Re: ENJOY! » Dinah, posted by Annierose on September 21, 2005, at 17:54:13
Dinah are you going to explore Alabama Mountains as Spriggy said? Fondly, Phillipa
Posted by Dinah on September 22, 2005, at 21:28:50
In reply to Re: ENJOY!, posted by Phillipa on September 21, 2005, at 18:27:45
It was well worth the drive. Mountain views have always nourished my soul.
I never think that I underestimate my son, but my goodness!!!
He's always been one of those children that doesn't whine on tedious car trips. But on family trips he generally makes a cocoon in the back seat with books and sundry electronic diversions.
But apparently he felt that a two person trip required more effort on his part.
So he made engaging conversation. He proposed activities that both of us could enjoy (audio books). When we reached our destination, he showed proper enthusiasm for the entertainment offered (panoramic vistas and wildflowers and curving mountain roads). When offered anything that would require additional cost, he politely demurred for just the right period of time to allow his host (me) to back out of the offer before graciously and appreciatively accepting. On the way home, he did retreat to his cocoon, but not before solicitously determining that I really could entertain myself.
Unless he was a very proper gentleman in a previous life, I suppose I have a lot to thank his school for. I know he never learned such things from his graceless mother, and probably not from his dad either.
I was so proud of him.
Posted by alexandra_k on September 22, 2005, at 21:57:42
In reply to Back from Arkansas, posted by Dinah on September 22, 2005, at 21:28:50
I'm so glad you both had such a great trip :-)
Welcome back.
I missed you.
Posted by All Done on September 22, 2005, at 22:40:23
In reply to Back from Arkansas, posted by Dinah on September 22, 2005, at 21:28:50
Your trip sounds so nice :).
You really should give yourself more credit for the way you're raising your son. I bet you have a lot to do with the fact that he's turning into such a nice young man. You're a good mom, Dinah.
Posted by crushedout on September 23, 2005, at 0:26:31
In reply to Back from Arkansas, posted by Dinah on September 22, 2005, at 21:28:50
that's really cool, dinah. did you tell him you were proud, or do you think that would just embarrass him?
Posted by Dinah on September 23, 2005, at 1:40:29
In reply to Re: Back from Arkansas, posted by alexandra_k on September 22, 2005, at 21:57:42
Thanks! Good to be back, such as I am anyway.
Weird as it sounds, it feels like the real me is away, and I miss me.
Ok, that does sound weird, but it feels true.
Posted by Dinah on September 23, 2005, at 1:42:40
In reply to Re: Back from Arkansas » Dinah, posted by All Done on September 22, 2005, at 22:40:23
Thanks! :)
And I do give myself some credit. Just not for manners. (blush) But he's a very sensitive caring soul. And I think he figures some of this stuff out himself.
Posted by Dinah on September 23, 2005, at 1:45:43
In reply to Re: Back from Arkansas » Dinah, posted by crushedout on September 23, 2005, at 0:26:31
Somewhere in between. I thanked him for his thoughtfulness and let him know how proud I was for specific things as we went along. But I didn't tell him how absolutely charming I found him overall, because I think that might have embarassed him. And because I tend to think that global compliments apply too much pressure to continue to be wonderful.
Posted by TamaraJ on September 23, 2005, at 15:34:58
In reply to Back from Arkansas, posted by Dinah on September 22, 2005, at 21:28:50
I'm glad you and your son enjoyed your trip. I, too, love the mountains, and feel such peace and serenity when I am in the mountains. Your son sounds like a wonderful young man. And, don't underestimate yourself, Dinah, you have far more grace than you give yourself credit for.
My thoughts are with you and your family today and in the days ahead. Be safe and take good care.
Posted by Dinah on September 23, 2005, at 18:38:42
In reply to Re: Back from Arkansas » Dinah, posted by TamaraJ on September 23, 2005, at 15:34:58
Posted by alexandra_k on September 23, 2005, at 19:10:16
In reply to Re: Back from Arkansas » alexandra_k, posted by Dinah on September 23, 2005, at 1:40:29
> Good to be back, such as I am anyway.
:-)
> Weird as it sounds, it feels like the real me is away, and I miss me.Do you mean away in the mountains, or away somewhere else?
You have been having a really rough time of it lately.
I imagine it will take some time for things to settle down again.((((Dinah)))))
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