Comments on: Halfway Up

By: Christina

Christina — Wed, 10 Sep 2008 03:26:16 +0000

I understand – I’m halfway up myself right now, too. Looking down the road and seeing changes coming far too soon is scary, and not knowing what’s coming can make anyone feel down.

What I’ve learned recently from my family’s sudden unemployment is that no matter what happens, we at least have each other, and everything else will eventually fall into place somehow. Things will get easier for you – I know it.

By: jeanie

jeanie — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 02:40:22 +0000

Isn’t the whole point of that song (and motherhood in general) that if you left-right-left-right putting one foot down after the other you aren’t going to fall in a heap?

Lots of hugs and I hope the view from half-way clears soon.

By: Hip Mom's Guide

Hip Mom's Guide — Tue, 09 Sep 2008 01:21:25 +0000

I continue to be amazed at your honesty and vulnerability with your readers, and love the feel of the community of commenters. I’ll add my own “hang tough” as a voice of experience: many moves, both as a child and adult and lots of tough parenting moments. Just reading Andrea’s comments above tells me you’re on the right track: I remember feeling that same way when my babies were small and wondering why I was the only one struggling. You’re awesome for letting others know they’re not alone.

By: Kimberly

Kimberly — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 23:25:06 +0000

I’m glad you’re coping. At this stage of the game, coping is good. Coping is progress.

Your moment with Shaggy left me weepy. I miss those wee baby coos. Enjoy them.

By: cathy

cathy — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 21:11:33 +0000

not that this makes anything any easier, but your love, your family, and your creations will travel with you.

you won’t lose me or most of your other readers. you’ll keep growing this community of love and support who care about you through your thoughtful sharing.

By: rt

rt — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:51:58 +0000

i am married to an academic which is what brought us here to chambana. we’ve moved a lot. grad school, postdoc, then moved again b/c the postdoc advisor moved to the opposite coast… then we ended up here. i’m sure we will move again in a few years- either b/c he gets a better tenure offer elsewhere- or we could move if he doesn’t get tenure. i understand what you are going through. i have a 12 month old now and i want to have another baby soon. it feels like everything is up in the air all the time even when you are settled. ahh… the life of an academic (or at least being married to one)… hang in there!

By: flutter

flutter — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:44:53 +0000

amen baby, amen

By: Beth

Beth — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:00:34 +0000

Life is just never simple is it? Although honestly, if is was, that would probably be a problem too.

By: Ms. Changes Pants While Driving

Ms. Changes Pants While Driving — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 17:58:26 +0000

i don’t really have anything to say. so i send a hug. thank you for sharing.

By: Issa

Issa — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 17:04:30 +0000

I am so glad you had that moment with Shaggy.