MORE ABOUT THE WEEKEND

 

There is so much more I want to say about the weekend.
First thing is that I really enjoyed being alone with my sister. I had a chance to tell her my "problems" and hear about hers. I can be honest with her. I don’t have to worry about her judging me. There was nothing major on both sides but it is just a relief to share your concerns with someone who cares. I did my best to stay calm and not get impatient with her. I just relaxed!!!!!!!
The next thing is that I was so happy to send some time with my grandchildren. It wasn’t a lot. All we had time for was swimming. I did get to see them at the party but I was busy with the adults and they were busy with the other children. There were many! It was great to see my granddaughter playing with my cousin’s granddaughter and my great niece!
One of my sister’s sons was there. he lives in Minnesota and we see him very little. He is very upsetting. First thing is that he lost a lot of weight in the past few years and looks scrawny. I guess we don’t see him often enough to get use to it. Second he seems to hang around on the perimeter. He never got over my sister marrying a man whom he hated. He told someone that he hates coming to see my sister(his mother) because she cries when she sees him!!!!!!!!!!!!! He doesn’t understand how much my sister loves him and how much she misses being part of his life. I don’t think he ever got over my sister’s divorce. I’m sorry I didn’t talk to him but I only thought about it after. If he comes to my nephew’s wedding(his step brother) I will talk to him. Actually my sister said he wasn’t coming……….. I think it’s time he grew up and behaved like a mensch. I think he has to accept my sister’s husband like we all do. None of us like him but he’s part of the family and we treat him with respect even if we hate him! Maybe we are hypocrite but what choice do we have?
Another thing is that one of my nephews is always hosting important events like the Jewish holidays and now my sister’s party. My nephew always offers his house. However his wife is not always anxious to give their home. It’s a lot of work, time and money. I am sure they have arguments whenever he offers their home. One Passover my nephew’s brother (8 people) called to say they were coming for Passover. My niece set the table. Half an hour later they called to say they weren’t coming, then they were etc. This other nephew has now moved to California so I am sure it’s a little better. At the party I thanked my nephew and his wife for hosting the party. I would like to give them a special present or something. Maybe take them out for a meal when we are next in Toronto. Should I send flowers?  a gift certificate for my niece to get a massage? Any suggestions?
Everyone loved my speech. Maybe I’ll include it next time. I have to find it.
We got together with some of my cousins for supper. One is always on her IPHONE! I feel like telling her how rude she is but I lover her and don’t want to start any problems.
Finally one of my cousins from Montreal drove with us to Toronto. I feel so bad for her. She lost her husband years ago. When he passed away she was devastated. Her son took over her finances and to make a long story short he blew it all!!!!!!!!! I am sure her husband left her plenty of money. She now has NOTHING left. I don’t know what she’s going to do. She doesn’t get along with her two children. I am sure part of it is her fault. As they say it takes two to tango. She came with us and had a great time except for yesterday when she spent time with her brother. She is over weight and whenever they get together he talks to her about her weight. He’s a first class idiot!!!!!!!! I wish I could be there once when he starts after her! Anyhow today while we were driving home she had to go to the bathroom. She left it too late. By the time my hubby stopped she had an accident. He just doesn’t accept that when someone has to go to the bathroom you need to stop as soon as possible. That’s why I hate driving with him or anyone. I want to be independent. I think she finally understands why I like to drive and be alone.
I think that’s about it. It’s all I can think of right now.
All in all I enjoyed the weekend.
Tomorrow the handyman is coming early. I hope he can do the final work in the next three days so I can finish unpacking. I am just about finished with my craft room but I am not happy with it. I am using wicker baskets. I guess I better put labels on the baskets. I wish I had used clear plastic containers. I may try to change some over. I saw some at the Dollar Store in Toronto. I am going to see if I can find them here. I kept price tags on everything. The only thing I’m not sure I kept bills or know where I bought what. I want to buy plastic containers for my shoes and purses. I want things neat!!!!!!
I plan to start organizing my books. Once the new shelves are up I will put my paperbacks there. 
SO MUCH TO DO! SO LITTLE TIME!
Tomorrow afternoon I am going to help a friend with her computer. I hope I know what to do. Often when I go to help someone I feel so stupid.
So good night. Have a great day and a peaceful night.

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