drama mama
Well my wednesday night was event filled. Long story short my neighbors 17yo son came over my house all bloodied up saying his dad had assulted him and wanting to use my phone to call 911. I let him in and was very afraid the dad would come over. I don't really know what happend, but I heard what the kid told the 911 person. He was extermly polite to me and apoligized and thanked me. He was the one in my lasts posts photos who helped the husband put together that swing. Also when the kid came to my door the lights went on and off and my cell phone failed the dial my husband 3 times in a row. Needless to say it freaked me out. Worse off it was 8:50pm and husband wasn't home yet because of a deadline at work.
I have no idea if they arrested the dad but I havn't seen one peep of activity at his house sense. I'm afraid now the dad might want to A) come over to explain etc or B) be mad I got involved. I tried to stay out of it as much as possible. I listened to the kid tell 911 some stuff but when he got detailed about his family history I left the room to give him privacy. His face was bloody from being hit and his hand was messed up because he slammed it into his dads car window. Some sort of ambulance like vehicle did come into my driveway but they left a little while later so I guess he wasn't hurt.
So for the last 2 nights I have stayed hidden in my house praying no one comes to the door. For all I know the dad went to jail and isn't even around. It's all very disturbing. I live in a very calm neighborhood with lots of retired people. It just put a shock through me, and I'm still nervouse.
So on to happier things...
Here you can see the keyboard/piano I got, Tala (pro-nounce Tah-Lah) was very excited by my playing and then wanted to rub her face all over the chair while I got ready for bed. She doesn't normally come into the bedroom at night so it was nice to get some photos of her being silly. I read all up on the internets this week and learned where the notes are on the keyboard and took an intro lesson and I played "Happy Birthday" by reading the notes. I was so proud!! So silly yes, but fun. Then I memorized it and when I got home today I played it on my first try without having to read! My first lesson is tommorow, I really hope its more fun then the guitar lessons.
Today was sooo pretty I had to get out for lunch and go to my favorite Italian resturant in Atlanta. "Artuzzi's" is beyond yummy.
I hope tommorow is just as pretty! I'm stting here hidding out in my bedroom again waiting for the husbeast to get home!
Comments
carol says;
You were very brave to open the door. I'm not sure I would have if I were in your shoes. But I believe you did the right thing and I hope for that young mans sake they locked the dad up.
Rosa says;
I think it was great that you got involved. Despite being 17-years-old, he still is a child. He needed help. He felt very safe in coming to your home because you two made him feel welcome the last time he was there. As for his father, I am sure that after all things pass, he is very grateful that someone was there to assist his child. And I am sure his mother (if she is around) is relieved too. Great job! But I wouldn't stress this any longer because you have to be stress-free during this time. Good luck!
Sasha says;
Good work Pix! It's always hard in a situation like that, but it sounds as though you held yourself very well, gave the support that was needed, but held strong to your personal boundaries too. No need for any fear though, I wouldn't worry about any repercussions, be aware and careful of course, but don't let it spoil your days anymore :) You did a very good thing :) What a gorgeous kitty too!
Annie says;
You did the right thing, helping that boy out, and if I had to guess the father/parents are hiding from you, too, out of shame and embarrasment. At least he/they should be! I don't think you need to be worried.
Anne says;
Ouch - I can see why you're worried, but like the others said, it looks to me as though you did EXACTLY the right thing. Sounds like the kid has his head screwed on too - good for him for not involving you any more than was absolutely necessary.
But do try not to do any more hiding - there's been plenty of time for the dad to calm down now, your tiny part of it all is all over.
So keyboard lessons? - Fun :-) and so cute that Tala wants to join in too.
allegra says;
I've been meaning to comment on this for a while. I think you totally did the right thing helping out the boy. I am sure it was totally scary and hopefully things have calmed down. It's hard to make the decision sometimes to help out someone who might be in a shady situation because you never know what their true intentions are, but I think what you did was right.
BTW, we found out this week that we're having a GIRL!!!