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JUNE 22, 2007 @ 10:03 AM


Hello again, y'all!

It seems it's been quite some time since my last update. A whole lot has gone on since then, and despite the fact that I'm sure most of you could care less about reading it all, I'm going to post it anyway. wink I promise to try and make it as painless as possible. wink

I. The purchasing of real estate

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That's right, I'm taking the plunge into the world of home ownership. Really, when you stop to think about it, it's sort of like renting a house to yourself. Anyway, my mom is moving to Florida come autumn, and I'm going to buy her house. Growing up, it was really just me, my mom, and that house, and I don't want to be left here with nothing, y'know? The other reason I'm buying the house is that it's in a perfect location. It's in an easy location to get to any of the surrounding areas (unlike where I currently reside), and the police station (where my best friend works), a doctor and dentists' office, as well as all of the schools are right around the corner.

Last Friday I spent the morning at the bank starting all of the appropriate paperwork and such. They get pretty nosy when it comes to shelling out $130,00. wink Now I'm waiting to hear back as to whether or not I'm going to actually get the money, despite making it through the first round of qualifications. Wish me luck on the rest. Once the money is in hand, I'll be starting to basically remodel the entire house. I need to move things around, and make more space in it, which leads us to item number two...



II. The first meeting

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This is Nicholas and Annabelle. As most of you know, I've been dating Pajamamama now for a couple of months. Many of you are also aware that she has two children, and this past weekend was my first time meeting them. It's taken this long because Melon wanted to be sure about the relationship, and I completely respect her for that. She loves her kids very much, and really wants the best for them.

I have to admit to being really nervous about it before hand. I love Melon with all my heart, and I want nothing more than to be with her for the rest of my life. I can't wait for the day when I get to kiss her good night and good morning everyday. If her children didn't like me, it would put a pretty huge crimp in my plans.

The first night was a bit rough. Nick was pretty standoffish, and it made me even more aprehensive about the rest of the weekend. In fact, the last thing he said to me before he went to sleep was "You're not my dad, so you can't tell me what to do." Encouraging, huh? frown

Thankfully though, the next day saw him lightening up a bit. I'm sure it must be tough for him, but I think once he started to see that I was an okay guy, it made it a bit easier for him. By the end of the weekend things were good with us. Annabelle on the other hand was easy fromt the get go. By the end of the weekend she was practically my shadow. I felt awful when everyone left because poor Annabelle cried and cried because she was going to miss me and she really liked it here. It was hard to keep it together and try to make her feel better. I was really sad that they were all leaving too. It's always hard when Melon leaves, but it was extra hard this time. I have to admit to not keeping it together so well once they were on their way.

Here are some pics of our time together this weekend:

Me and "Bananabear"


Nick, bringer of crippling back pain wink


Me and the beautiful, amazing Pajamamama



III. The great conjunction

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I'm looking toward the future. I've always known what I wanted in life, and I finally found what I want, and I'm headed in the right direction to really make it happen. One of the reasons for Melon's trip up here with the kids was so they could see the new house, and the area, and to see what they thought of it. They still don't know that we're all going to live together (although I think Annabelle has figured it out), and Melon wanted to give them the chance to make up their minds about the place without having anything else attached to it. They both seem okay with moving up here. It's a beautiful place, and their new house will have a nice yard, replete with a brook running through it so they can go frogging (which they did on Sunday smile).

It's all going to be a huge change, and a lot of adjustment for all of us (especially me), but I think it is all for the best. I really feel like we belong together. I want to give Melon and the kids a safe, happy environment, and I want them to enjoy the life that they have. I will take care of them as best I can.



IV. New friends from across the sea

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In addition to having Nick and Annabelle in tow, Melon brought along with her MoLi and Badangela! biggrin It was really nice getting to know these two (well, in such capacity as I was able with the kids around wink). They are both really nice and introduced me to some really great new music from New Zealand. I feel kinda bad about not getting to spend more time with them, but I think they understand. Thankfully I'll get another chance to see them next week before they go back home.



V. Summary

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So, basically my life is changing in ways I never imagined. It's completely scary, but wonderful at the same time. While not everything about the situation is ideal, I couldn't possibly let go of someone so incredible. We make a good team, Melon and me. I've already made room in my heart for all of them. Now I'll be spending the next couple of months making room in my house. wink It's going to be a long summer, both because I'll be working so much (at work and on the house), and because when Melon isn't here, I feel like she's away from home. I like to spend lots of time alone, and have rarely felt lonely in the past, but when she's not here, my place feels very empty. I can't wait for us to be together every day. I love you, Melon, with all my heart, and all that I am.



There you have it. A big 'thank you' to those who read all that. A big 'bite me' to those who didn't. wink Calm down, I'm just kidding. biggrin I hope all of you are well. Take care, everyone.

=Jme

EDIT: I got the money from the bank!!! biggrinbiggrinbiggrin

Oh, and bonus points to those who know where I aped the title for part III from. wink

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Pajamamama

Pajamamama

USA
August 2006

JUN 22, 2007 10:20 AM

biggrin YAY for everything!! biggrin

I love you as well, baby. I am really glad things went as well with the kids as they did. You're the best!!! biggrin I couldn't ask for anything more.

Oh, I read the whole blog....outloud even. wink

I can't wait to see you next week and I really can't wait to be able to kiss you goodnight and good morning as well. kiss YAYAYAYAYAYAY!

*SMOOCH*

Phoenixgirl

Phoenixgirl

I'm lost
May 2006

JUN 22, 2007 10:22 AM

You are a freaking amazing guy, do you know that?

I have done the step-parent thing for many years already, and will now be in that role again with Wyldechylde daughter...I was nervous a bit of her not liking me, but boy was I wrong, her and i just get along great, which is good, since I want to spend the rest of my life with her dad as well wink

I am glad everything is working out so well for you all, and im jealous that you got your house for so cheap!...out here it would cost 3 times that much! eeek tongue

badangela

badangela

New Zealand
October 2006

JUN 22, 2007 10:33 AM

It is really great when life manages to go your way and fall into place. It was great to meet you and you make an amazing partner for Saveme and you are amazing with her kids. I look forward to seeing you before we go back. We will definitely be coming back for holidays so you wont be seeing the last of us next week biggrin

KattrinaK

KattrinaK

Los Angeles, CA
September 2006

JUN 22, 2007 10:50 AM

yeah...seriously, that house of yours would be like 3-4 times as much here!!!

look..life happens when we least expect it. i'm so happy for you and saveme's family.

it's the season of love, my friend...we all fell around the same 2 month window. ain't life so blessed sometimes? if we could've all just seen this over the holidays when many of us struggled and were so blue....::sigh::

kiss

PollyThundercat

PollyThundercat

Brazil
September 2005

JUN 22, 2007 11:43 AM

All I can say is congratulations, best of luck and have fun! Ur a cool cool guy, and u deserve it...biggrin

Shimmer

Shimmer

Marlborough, NH
October 2004

JUN 22, 2007 11:57 AM

*sniff sniff* that is the sweetest blog ever. u guys really are great for each other, and i soooo look forward to meeting the wonderful guy thats making my friend soooo incredibly happy. the house, the kids...it all seems like things are working in your favor. so great!
see you soon!

milliondead

milliondead

I'm lost
August 2006

JUN 22, 2007 12:08 PM

Yay for getting the money biggrin.
It's a big step. But when it feels right, it usually is smile. I'm glad the kids liked th place, and especially that they liked you. That would have been a big hurdle in moving forward.

I'll see you next Wednesday smile. Then you'll get to meet another person from across the sea. Different sea though wink. Though I technically live on the sea bottom, does that count as "across the sea" still??

KattrinaK

KattrinaK

Los Angeles, CA
September 2006

JUN 22, 2007 12:17 PM

things are great...expcept for the fact that i have to call them again badgering for money. this really sucks. other than that, life is amazingly great.

MoLi

MoLi

New Zealand
March 2006

JUN 22, 2007 02:21 PM

Being part of that whole experience of the formation of your new family was the greatest honour. Even though for a number of reasons, families aren't something I'm particularly comfortable with, I certainly felt like a part of that family and now that we're back here, it feels like something important is missing.

Deunan

Deunan

Seattle, WA
April 2005

JUN 22, 2007 03:53 PM

Oh, this is so wonderful! I was smiling like an idiot the whole time I read it. I am so happy for you! I like it when good things happen to good people. And yay for getting the money!!! Now I am just gushing, I will stop now. biggrin

Larianna

Larianna

Portland, OR
October 2005

JUN 22, 2007 04:10 PM

WOW. That is a whole lotta change. But the best kind of change. I'm so happy for you! The pictures do look like they're of one big, happy family. So many smiles. smile I'm sure it'll all be great. And getting to have the house you grew up in is incredible.

All I can do is "awwwwwwww." Seriously, my heart is just overjoyed for you. You're so sweet and so very deserving when it comes to all of these things, and I know you're going to fully appreciate all of the wonderment and happiness that is this next step in Life. *hugs*

Cai

Cai

I'm lost
July 2004

JUN 22, 2007 06:38 PM

oh wow! i am so excited for you guys! thats incredible!
it was a good read fyi! your friends would be foolish to not read this blog. i am all teary eyed and happy for you two!! (wait....four!!)

zerodiva

zerodiva

San Diego, CA
October 2004

JUN 22, 2007 08:11 PM

A beautiful family always makes life complete! I wish you Joy, Luck, Happiness and loads of Love!!! smile

Lizzi

Lizzi

SUICIDEGIRL

California, USA

JUN 24, 2007 02:39 PM

Wow, everything sounds so great! I hope all these wonderful things continue for you! kiss

Larianna

Larianna

Portland, OR
October 2005

JUN 24, 2007 03:25 PM

Dude. Don't get me wrong. I love Nickel Creek. I've been a fan for 8 years. They used to be my very favorite band in the whooole world. Until I got to see them last year.

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See, in good ol' North Dakota, there aren't a lot of shows. They'd announced shows there twice, and cancelled each time. So when they finally came last year, I was stoked. The show was amazing. I was right down in front. They played for 3 hours and poured so much energy into it all.

After the show, I waited in the rain with my dad and boyfriend, and got a disgusting dose of reality. Sara was a complete and total bitch. She ignored me for a good 15 minutes while chatting up two college guys, then spent a whole 30 seconds being rude to me. And THEN she snapped at my dad because he asked her a question. But when Boyfriend asked, oh barf. She oooozed politeness, complete with batting of the eyelashes. It was nasty.

Sean had obviously done a few lines and was not there at all. He could barely speak.

And Chris... What an egomaniac. He wasn't rude, unless you count waiting for your fans to come to you while staring blankly at them or being completely vacant while talking to said fans until you could ramble over to a group of drunk college girls who refer to you as "that guy in that band," rude.

I mean, I know they're only human. But when you're 14, playing your mandolin, dreaming of meeting your idols, and you turn 21 and find out that they're not even nice to their fans? It broke my heart. Their music doesn't even sound the same anymore, seriously. I've met guys in heavy metal bands who were the sweetest of sweet. But NC just reeked of entitlement. Very disappointing.

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