I am supposed to meet my chess buddy again this weekend, however, I don't think that I am going to be able to make it. Chris started his new job and we are no longer proletariats :-) The girls are enjoying school so all is well on that end.
My mother and I are on speaking terms again. It appears that there was a misunderstanding. She felt as though I was mad at her because I hadn't called her. All of the BS was cleared away and all is well, for now. I still miss my little brother though. I wonder every day how he is doing and if he is safe. If I were a religious person I suppose I would pray for him, but I am not. So I keep him in my thoughts and hope for the best.
Tonight we will watch Mary Poppins and eat pizza. I am thankful that for the moment, I am happy.