wow...where have I been

Well, I thought for a while that Facebook might replace the option for a blog. But, I have found that I cannot write most the thoughts I have there...it's too much. I have clients that have 'friended' me and I just don't think it's appropriate. So, much has happened..

1. I lost a total of 19 pounds. I was at 20, but I finally settled in at 19. That's plenty...I feel great!!!
2. Cruise to the Caribbean, Mexico, Belize. WOW! that was wonderful. The boys had a terrific time on their first cruise. We all had a relaxing wonderful time!!
3. Younger one had surgery this past Friday to remove what we now know was a 4cm x 6cm fluid filled sac in this throat near his thyroid. It wasn't his thyroid, but close. All is good and he is running around and eating just fine today...It's 2 days later. It's all good!
4. We went to NYC in April for our 7th anniversary...what a gorgeous city.
5. We went to the beach in PC 3-4 times and had a great time at Amy and Shannon's beach house. Delightful.
6. DH went to see friend in LA last month....he had a great time.
7. We went sailing again yesterday and WOW do we have boat fever. We were thinking a sailboat, but it's still too much for what we will do with it. Power boat it is....maybe we'll find a good deal on one. We'll keep it at a marina and we'd like one short enough to trailer up to the lake house. That would be fun.
8. I read a great book..well, just finished it. Izzy Rose hosts a Stepmother blog. I follow it every now and again when I get really frustrated and tired. Her book is called My Not to Glamorous transition from Single Gal to Instant Mother. How I know how she feels. I felt like she was writing the book FOR me...I laughed and laughed. I don't feel so alone now. Don't get me wrong...I love the boys. They are really wonderful and Older One and I have gotten a lot closer this year. I love talking with him...he is so bright and positive and just an all around good person. But, I am not their mom...I never will be. For all the time I put into it and them...for all the drs visits, the money, the time, the worry, the school projects, etc. Because I am only step-mom, I get looked right over many times. It's frustrating....But, also rewarding because they are such great kids.

Well, that catches up....I need to keep at this for many reasons. I don't care if anyone reads, but if you do, let me know.