Today was an incredibly emotional day. I am wiped out!
My day began with horrible news from our former town. On the news, I learned a man from our former town had been arrested for sexual battery. This man was Catherine's very first soccer coach, and his daughter was a very good friend of Thomas. In fact, they were a "couple" in Kindergarten! This man and his wife had our boys at their house one afternoon when Catherine was in the hospital. I've been to their house several times for things...it just didn't seem real. I kept hoping as more information came out that it wouldn't be as bad as it first seemed. Unfortunately, it does seem to be that bad. Apparently there are texts and evidence of a relationship with a female under the age of 16. I am just sick about the whole thing.
I was also very emotional about Mother's Day this weekend. I know what it is like to want to be a mother so badly and to wonder if it will ever happen. I am so grateful for these three amazing blessings in my life. I'm not going to lie though, it has been a really tough year, and more days than not I wonder how many mistakes I make as a parent each day.
After school, Thomas and I went to run errands. As I was out and about, I received word that Thomas was in a great deal of trouble at school today. He had an altercation with another boy, and according to the principal who viewed the video, it was evident that Thomas was the aggressor. I was livid because there is no doubt that he knows better. There were also some things he said that reminded me of times with Robert, and I just don't think I can go through all of that again.
On the upside, we did learn that Robert has passed all of his classes. He even did it with no grade lower than a "C"! I am thrilled, and relieved beyond words. I wouldn't wish this parenting experience upon anyone. I know that I have been guarding my emotions in relation to Robert's graduation for years, but especially this year. I almost feel like I can breath again, but I know that I probably won't feel complete relief until the diploma is in his hand.
We also had quite a chat with Thomas about everything. Andrew had also had a conversation with the principal who handled the situation, and it seems as though there is more to it than Thomas going a little wild. Apparently, Thomas is currently being targeted by a few classmates. They are calling him a "Nazi", a "Jew" (obviously these people are the idiots that they appear to be as I don't understand how being called Jewish is offensive, and you certainly can't be both a Nazi and a Jew!), as well as questioning his sexural orientation and many other things. I hate middle school. I know this can happen anywhere, but these things seem so much more prevalent in those middle school years. This particular young man involved in the altercation is also very targeted, and is "passing the bullying" along to Thomas. Knowing all of this broke my heart. I know that I can't protect my kids from everything, but I sure do wish they didn't have to hurt because others are mean. It's just awful.
I'm feeling drained and I know I will sleep well tonight. I'm sending up so many prayers for our friends, and for each other!
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