Dear Logan,
I am so sorry that I haven't been writing to you. Mommy has been busy and stressed out about work. By the time I get home from work, I didn't feel like doing much writing. Now that I have a minute to sit down and won't be distracted, I think I should probably update you on what's going on in our lives.
- Mother's Day we celebrated at Gilroy Gardens. I finally purchased the season pass and a pass for your brother. We've only been there twice, but will definitely make good use of it. Your brother had a lot of fun there, and wants to go back all the time. The theme park has a lot of shades, and the rides are perfect for your brother's age. It's not too big, so even if we've been walking around, it's actually not too tiring. Your brother's favorite ride is the choo choo train!
- Mommy's friend at work is going through a lot lately. Her mother came San Francisco to visit, and was seriously injured during a hike. A branch fell off the tree and almost paralyzed her. Luckily, she survived, but is going through rehab and still battling severe pain. I feel so bad for my friend. I totally understand the feeling of seeing your loved one lie on a hospital bed, being intubated and suffering, while you couldn't do anything to help. Everyone is optimistic that she would recover, but it's going to be a long road with a lot of pain killers.
- On the other hand, another co-worker of mine is battling cancer. My understand is that she is going through chemotherapy and is recovering well. But just the thought of another person affected by cancer is horrible.
- Speaking of cancer, our dear little friend Alan is going through chemo as well. His tumor came back and threw everyone a big curve ball. We're actually going to San Antonio to celebrate Uncle Harold's retirement from the Airforce and little Alan's successful fight against cancer this coming Thursday. Unfortunately, Alan's party would have to be postponed. I read a sad sad post on Uncle Harold's Facebook page about Alan's loss of hair AGAIN. It's sad to see your little one and the whole family going through this again. But on the bright side, the loss of hair proves that the chemo is working in fighting the tumor.
- Mommy has been obsessively researching about our August Family trip when Ah Gung, Ah Po, Uncle Carlos and Auntie Mena come to visit us. I'm planning a S. Cal + Vegas trip. I've been trying to find great deals, and ways on saving money. The Tripadvisor Las Vegas forum has been my latest obsession. I am always there reading about people's trip reports and finding out the best deals and best restaurants.
- The biggest stressor of life is my job. I think I am at the point where I really need the change. Daddy has been trying to get me to change to a different job for the longest time, but I have been reluctant because I like my job and it's flexible. But after our move, the commute to work is so long that I often get too tired when I come home. I don't have the energy to play with your brother, thus ending him sitting in front of the tv or computer a lot in the evenings. I tried to make it up by taking him to do fun things on the weekends, but that also means I have no time to relax. Besides, the price of gas is also killing me. I hate to think that it's all about money, but the reality is, money does play a big role in this decision. Your brother's private education is not cheap and Mommy really loves to travel but couldn't do so as much as I wanted. If I can get a job closer to home and pays more, then life might be better. Or maybe not, as I might hate my new job! I don't know. I can't really do anything now aside from updating my resume. At least, I have to wait till my August vacation is over, then I can seriously and actively look for another job. No new job will let me take 3 weeks off from work. Wish me luck.
A quick update on life. I promise I will write more often.
Love and miss you,
Mommy
