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so, wtf?
I been sicker’n a dog is what. Four days of fever and delirium. AND babysitting. AND no Woman on The Verge to soothe my brow and bring me cool water from the well. Not that we have a well, but you get the point.
So put upon I am.
Ha.
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So, that jury fucking hung. Mistrial after a month of hard work. Six months, really, but almost a month in trial alone.
Cocksucker.
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then our computer bust. I think Google Chrome did it, we’re running an ancient OS X 10.5 and they won’t support it anymore, and when I tried to use Chrome the dang thing went all blue screen of death on me.
Ratfucker.
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There’s some dishes on the counter my daughter used making bacon and eggs. I’ve leave ’em set there five days now. I clean the kitchen, do all the other dishes, laundry, sweep, vacuum, etc.
Ever day I’m babysitting that boy of hers for ten, twelve, fourteen hours. Putting gas in her car so she can get where she needs. Food on the table.
I’ll die before I wash those dishes. I don’t know why, but I swear it’s true.
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In other news, that woman is flying, flying across this great land of ours, heartsick for home and her grandbaby and her man.
That’s me.
She gone be home soon, is what.
Fuckin’ eggs, bacon.
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Now, I got all that outta my system. Sorry. You can start reading again, any of youse that’s still left.
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Here is the best thing:
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Don’t he beat all?
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Hurry home, woman. I miss you too bad.
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Namaste.
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k said:
i’m sorry about you being sick and about the trial. and i’m sorry you’ve gone without that good woman for too long.
but i can’t stop laughing about those dishes.
😃
tearfuldishwasher said:
Oh, it’s a laugh riot around here.
ha.
thanks for your kind words. and, really, truth be told, i’m laughing right along with you. my daughter does not have the market cornered on mule-headedness.
mia said:
So glad you’re better and the woman is on her way. Its so hard to take care of others when you feel puny.
Also feel you on that trial. sigh sigh sigh…
BUT… that boy surely does beat ALL. I want to squeeze that pudge!
Peace,
pf
tearfuldishwasher said:
I’ll give that pudge a squeeze for you!
thanks!
Anonymous said:
What a STURDY and handsome boy that child is. And I know you adore him but taking care of a young’un is hard work. That’s all there is to it. Wear your ass out. I know. Well, that woman will be home soon. She’ll mop your fevered brow, she’ll calm your soul, she’ll change that boy’s diapers. I wonder if she’ll wash the egg and bacon pan though?
Anonymous said:
Oh. That was me. Mary in Florida. You know. The one who DIDN’T ask your wife to spend the night? Because I didn’t know she was here until that night? Who will always feel really, really bad about that?
tearfuldishwasher said:
You have to act fast to catch that one, Mary. I can’t hardly believe my luck that I managed it!
Don’t ever feel bad about it. I know she’s sorry she missed you.
Far as the bacon and egg dishes?
They may remain as long as the house stands. Longer, even.
ha.
37 paddington said:
Lordy, that grandson of yours is a sweet one. Light just bursts off him. Hold him close. And feel better. Sorry about that jury. And about the dishes, give her a hint. She won’t have a clue they’re there otherwise, not till the end of time. I can guarantee you she’s already forgotten she used them. xo
tearfuldishwasher said:
see?
I KNEW you were nicer than me!
I know she’s forgotten she used them. I’m waiting for the planets to align and her curiosity to become aroused at the mouldering, stinking, immovable sculpture that occupies the middle of the countertop.
“What’s that? A science experiment?”
“Of a sort, yes.”
Years may go by.
They probably will.
jewelmoon said:
🙂 what a great smile he has!
tearfuldishwasher said:
He’s a heck of a guy to have around. We love him superbad.
Elizabeth said:
hug the boy. kiss your woman. put the dishes in a box on your daughter’s bed. life goes on.
Gloria Martin said:
You say it all so well!!!! OMG…………. and that baby. They do make it all better! I speak from experience too. Mine is the bright, shining light that keeps me grounded, and going… no matter what!!! LOVE is no longer a strong enough word, once those babies come into our lives. An indescribable salve for sure!!!!
Bet “the woman” can’t wait to get home!
P.S. I agree with Elizabeth. 😉
37 paddington said:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DEAR SCOTT!!!!!!!!!!
I love you madly!
rloudon said:
Is it true? Happy birthday you youngster you. May the stars align always.
love,
Rebecca
Anonymous said:
Happy Birthday! Your grandson is so beautiful. Best to you all.
Dawn said:
thank you for sharing. I thought I was the only one going through the darknesses.
Laurel said:
I miss your presence here, brother.
I hope your absence is indicative of you being too busy living, living, living.
Happy happy happy belated birthday to the best damned brother by another mother I have in my life.
Laurel said:
I am thankful for your friendship, your kinship, your art, your words, your wisdom, your you-ness, brother.
I hope you and yours have a lovely thanksgiving.
Laurel said:
Merry Christmas, brother.
May the new year bring you and yours happiness, good health and hope.
CLAIRE said:
Dear Scott
To echo others’ sentiments – you are missed out here. I hope you are well. just popping by to leave a basket of clementines on your doorstep. May 2013 bring you many good things.
Peace and love, Claire
anima sola said:
hey, scottie. i wasn’t sure of the best way to reach you and i did send an email along these lines but maybe i sent it to no place?
anyway, have you been reading ezra? read ezra, scott. i know you get it.
why i love the internet? we can suffer together. like one huge thing connected even without touching.
my heart is so broken. and i am almost able to feel peace.
N2 said:
That is one beautiful baby boy! And that said by a Nana who is very much in love with her own beauty of a Grand Son.
Happy Birthday, belatedly, and the best of the New Year to you, the Woman, the boy and yes, even the Dastardly Daughter.
x0 N2
deirdre said:
Hi. Hope you’re well.
bcordone said:
Where have u gone? Just when I started getting attached to you now you’re gone.
Mary LA said:
Where are you? I miss your voice —
Christine said:
So, I was lighting some guys up at Active Shooter, and thought of you. Your brother was there, maybe that brought you to mind.
I got tired of them coming through a hail of pink playdoh like they wouldn’t even STUMBLE in real life, so I just started aiming for their masks so they couldn’t see. What choice did I have? The main thing I learn at AS is who never EVER to get into the sh.. with.
See you around…
claybee said:
Dropping by to say hello. Been a long long while, hope you are well.
Linda E said:
we are still here hoping & waiting and wishing you peace and wellness.
Anonymous said:
Happy Birthday.
love,
Rebecca
t said:
Like a tornado you came into my life – all wind and force and disaster – then it was over, and you moved on. Now I am left to pick up the pieces, wondering where you have gone.
I wish you peace and tranquility and love my friend. I never knew you, but you had an impact – more than you woud know.
Mel said:
What t wrote. I can’t believe it’s been a year. I hope the time has been kind to you and that all is well.