I haven't put up a blog post in quite awhile. And here it is nearly 2:30 in the morning and I feel like blogging. I've learned you don't look a blog horse in the mouth.
So one of the biggest changes in my life is taking place right now. My 17-year old nephew is living with Aaron and I for the summer. The circumstances are interesting and if you ask I may tell you. But he'll be living in our spare room till school starts in the fall.
It's taking some adjusting. I don't have a job right now. I'm used to having the house to myself while Aaron is at work. We're working on getting my nephew a job. I'm sure he gets bored here. I know I'm looking through adult (childless) glasses, but how do parents stand having their children home all day all summer? A job takes up to eight hours of the day. What do parents do with their children the rest of the time? There aren't that many "chores" here. We have a two-bedroom apartment. But I don't like the idea of him just watching TV all day or playing on facebook. We're learning.
But I think this is good. It shows immense trust in Aaron and I. How many parents do you know who would send their "impressionable young adult" to go live with their gay sibling and his partner? My brother and his wife are strong LDS people too. I was surprised and complimented. I think this will be a big step towards Aaron becoming a part of my family. He is becoming a true uncle.
This is a big change and I know there will be more adjustments. But I'm glad we made this decision together and I'm excited to see where it leads.
3 comments:
If you want he's welcome to join us Saturday for games--I've also invited my old roommate Marie and her 18 year old brother so there will be one person closer to his gae, plus, its games and food--not really an age requirement.
Wow, that is awesome. One of my biggest fears is how my coming out could affect my relationship with my nephew. He can't even crawl yet, but there's no telling how the parents will respond.
Good luck with this new adventure!
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