This upcoming school year will be an experience I will never forget. My first year of high school, freinds I haven't seen in a long time, and relationships that will change. That alone is enough pressure on one teenager. But, I also have family troubles ahead as well. My grandmother is dying, my grandfather is doing next to nothing to support his family, and my dad and my mom, and her brothers and sisters, and their spouses, are trying their hardest to keep this family together.
My life is getting ready to enter a rough spot, and all I can do is sit back on the sidelines, and cheer my parents on. If I could help, I would definately give a few choice words to a couple of people in my family. But, I am no grown up, and I may not know even half of the story. But, what I do know of, It isn't a very happy story.
Im getting ready to enter 9th grade at the end of this month, and I only want it to be a good year. No annoying freinds, no mean teachers, and no principle who doesn't like kids. This next year will, I think, be better than my middle school years, But honestly, It is what you make it.
I shudder to think of what may happen in the upcoming year, but I welcome and embrace it because I know God has a plan for my life, and I know he will guide me through it.
~Timmeh
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My dad called this week and wants to see me next Thursday...he wants to talk about some of the ugly things that have happened and I think he wants to make things right. It's a step in the right direction.
He's also been helping Gram a lot more in the last 3 weeks- so maybe things are turning around? I hope so.
As for Gram- she is sick and needs our prayers and support- but at least we know she is not well and that gives us a chance to do what we can for her. Death is something we all will face- so let's look at Gram's stuggle as a blessing of sorts...one where we can tell her we love her (and show her)- and know that when God takes her home, we will have done our best for her.
Do you know how lucky you are to have gotten into your school last year? So many kids start their first day in High School and don't even know where the bathrooms are- but you know all about the place, as well as having an opportunity to do some fun things this year that you couldn't do last year :)
Stay organized and focused. Don't let yourself get distracted- stay on task, but also have a good time.
Make time for fun...just like you need to make time for work and study.
A healthy life is about balance- in every way you can think of. From food, to exercise, to work, to love, our spiritual life, and resting- we need the proper balance. (However- we don't usually figure out how to do all that very well until we're old...but the sooner we start trying to figure it out, the better.)
I love you- take things one day at a time- and give thanks for the hard things in our lives, as well as the wonderful things. It's all a part of the balancing act~
-mom :)
tim: you help your parents quite a bit by just knowing what their challenges are. you are at the age where you discover that your parents are mere mortals, not superheroes. although, i must say, your mom is solid as a rock. she'll weather the storm dont you worry. and by recognizing you make the school year bend to you attitude is WISE beyond wise. i agree with you. come by and see ol' K9 anytime.
dog's advice: take off the word verification.
Mom: thanks for letting me know Grandpa is actually doing something right. I only hope he keeps his word and comes.
As for Gram, I pray for her often. And I think you're right. We have done all we can.
And my school year, I'm actually anticipating it. I will meet a couple people I havent seen in a while, and I do know the place like the back of my hand.
I love you mom!
Thanks for commenting!
K9: Thanks, and you're right. My mom IS solid as a rock. I guess that being able to recognize my parents difficulties is a strength.
thanks again!
~Timmeh
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