Get It Together

I haven't seen Madi since I took her back to Stephanie on June 2nd. Now usually I would be unhappy with this but it is Steph's turn for summer vacation with Madi. I've learned to let little stuff that I know isn't done in a negative light go. Although I would appreciate better communication from her when it comes to our daughter, I know Stephanie doesn't think like that. But she does let me call Madi and at least I have that.

 She still complains about the amount of child support I pay and wants me to pay for Madi to attend a private school which neither one of us can afford. I would rather Madi go to a public school like everyone else because it's free and she can get a decent education there as well. I will be paying for her school clothes and supplies so that's not a problem. Stephanie has said that she wants her in the private school because it has a 24 day care and it's across the street from her, but I feel I shouldn't have to pay for something I wasn't told about and of which she and her boyfriend enrolled her in and paid for when she took Madi last year and hid out with her.

Now her boyfriend refuses to pay for the schooling or left (she won't say), and she's not really working anywhere consistently so she's riding me for more money. I'm not going to argue with her and I am not going to be taken advantage of either..so here we are.

I love my daughter.

I'm Back

It's been three months since I wrote something here but I am back. To catch up Madi and I have been having a great time. As a matter of fact we spent the first part of her summer vacation together. It was like old times and Madi loved it. I know that I did. my daughter is so vibrant and smart. She is also clever. I noticed her formulating little machinations in her head to get her way when she was told no.

Personality wise I noticed she is sociable but a little shy when she first meets someone just like me. I noticed also that she gives up a little too easily and will have a near meltdown when she can't complete or is stuck on something. I'm teaching her to keep going and don't lose your confidence; just try a different approach.

Her new motto is practice makes perfect. She couldn't blow a bubble with her gum to save her life and it irked her. Two weeks later after understanding how to do it and practice, my baby is the bubble blowing queen.

When I brought Madi back to Stephanie ther was no negative air or attitude which was refreshing. We even talked for a while. All in all this was my best summer in the last two years and I hope that it only gets better. Until next time, God bless.

It's Been A Long Time

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It's been a while since I last made an entry in this journal. I've been busy working and spending very other weekend with Madi.  I need another car since mine just broke the timing belt which means the valves are bent and it needs a head job. Enough of that.

Stephanie and I have been communicating better as of late which is good, and Madi seems like she's getting into the idea of seeing her daddy consistently now. She comes home and plays in her room like nothing major and when it's time to go back home to mom she does so with little to no problems. Smart girl.

I'm planning on taking Madi to the Rodeo Sat. March 19 at the Reliant Arena to the Kids Country part. I bet she's going to love the petting zoo and pony rides. She always did love horses so that's going to be a real treat for both of us. Can't wait.