Anonymous

Hi, I'm Lina, and I'm an overcommitter.

For the first time ever, I had a four-sit day.  It was only supposed to be a three; I can't say no.  But I absolutely love my families, and it wasn't that bad of a day (just long).  The twins and I went to visit Essie, Anne, and V, and the kids played together from the moment we arrived, no warm-up needed.  V and I got to relax some, too.  Then I went to Seth and Isabella, and had about half an hour of reading time during Seth's quiet time and Isabella's nap.  Seth and I played; he didn't annoy me.  Bug's mom had texted me asking if I was free for even just an hour, and I told her I could squeeze in 4:30-5:30.  I fed Andrew carrots, calmed Bug's meltdown, put Andrew down for a nap, played with Bug, and left to go help Kali's mom handle the three girls while her husband is out of town.

She and I basically talked for two and a half hours, while I held Kali and she got the girls dinner and baths.  For the first time, we talked openly about V and me.  She'd known; I'd just never mentioned it.  We had such a great talk: about babies, the gay, religion, families, names, miscarriages, health food...everything.  It was awesome to be able to talk to one of my moms for awhile.  I choose my families because we click, and so it's always sad that they're running out the door when I arrive (though I totally understand).

Plus, they're just all awesome people.  I texted Bug's mom from Seth's house, "I forgot lunch; could you make me a sandwich instead of paying me?"  She paid me anyway, of course, plus had the sandwich made when I got there, plus sent me on my way with some dinner.

I love my families to pieces.  I'm exhausted.  I'm off tomorrow!