Gotta Love the Weekends

We went to South Bend to pick up Natalie this weekend and I have to say it was a very lovely weekend. I did not meet up with friends this time but hopefully I will have more time and energy next time. Natalie had a great visit to the Bend and I am very happy that she was able to spend a lot of time with my brother this trip.

Family drama never seems to far away when we are concerned. I am trying to figure out a way to let my mom know that Natalie really would prefer to just visit and not spend the night anymore. My parents only sit around and watch TV or bitch about everything and everyone and she would rather hang out with people who are more out going and positive. I know this might hurt their feelings but she is a teenager and hell she doesn't even really want to be around her parents and we do alot of stuff. My mom pitched a fit to my brother who she stayed with this time but she never openly says anything to me.

I guess I will have to say something sooner or later. This was really only sour note and we really did not let that bother us to much. I had a blast at my brother's house and I cannot wait to do it again. I really missed seeing my SIL and her family but the little ones were sick and Aunt Theresa wants no part of that.

I do think we have set a new course in our life but it is a little early to make an annoucement but all I have to say is I am thrilled.