Blog numero uno.
This is THE Denison Family Blog. There are other blogs by similar names, but this here is the REAL Family Denison ;-) (with the exception of my brother's family, of course, but he had enough creativity to generate a reasonably unique blog name so I'm off the hook)
We are Caleb, Erika, Spencer and the newly arrived Jasmine. In August of '07 I married Erika and her son Spencer. In March of '08 we learned we were pregnant. In May of '08 we purchased a house. In November of '08 Jasmine was born and in February of '09, I was laid off of a job I held for almost 4 years (a personal best for me)
Here I sit in my cozy little home office, cup of coffee to my right, domestic devastation to my left. Ok, that's an exaggeration, but there is a ton to do around the house so, to divert my attention, I shall clean. I'm good at cleaning and having a tidy house is not only helpful in these discombobulated times, but it is rewarding in a way only someone with mild OCD can really understand. Plus, it keeps me busy.
Since learning I was no longer employed (not even 48 hours ago) much has happened. For months we've had discussions about how to best support this family but it always seemed wise to stick with the status quo. Now, having little choice in the matter, it seems like the best move for Erika to return to her job full time while I stay at home and take care of our newborn. It's a role reversal that will take time to get used to, but I think it will work out well in the end. Ideally, I'll pick up students for private lessons and further enrich my music based income. Eventually I'll start my own business and then, of course, take over the world. Mr. Obama, you're on notice.
Thus ends the first cathartic process of documenting my life for all to witness. I hope family and friends will find this blog interesting and informative enough to keep visiting from time to time. In future posts, I hope to share my experiences with being a stay at home dad and professional musician. I'm really excited about that.
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Dude. What can I say. Mom told me yesterday about your...shall we say...abrupt change in circumstances. Personally, although I think it is going to take a lot of patience and some tough adjustment, I believe you will thrive in your new role. And I think you should do what you can to pursue perhaps a professional blogging career about the stuff that you wrote about in your capacity with your former place of employ.
ReplyDeleteI love you bro.
Hey man, Kelli and I have you in our prayers. Again, if you need anything from us, we will be more than willing. I've said it before, it may not feel great right now, but it will be for the best. You'll find your calling (I wish I could find mine!)
ReplyDeleteIn the meantime, are you going to be giving lessons on trumpet only? Just curious.
We love you guys.
I can honestly and fully say "I understand." I hope knowing that Tim and I are here for you is encouraging because we are completely here for you. You are an incredible man, having such an optimistic outlook to this next phase of life. I can't help but think how special God has made you. We're praying for you guys...We love you!
ReplyDeleteI'm burning all of my speakers as I write this. I think it's time we get a case of dynamite and head up to the Wenaha where we can set Colby to work breeding an army of Al-Qaeda cougars. GOD DAMMIT, HAS THE WHOLE WORLD GONE FUCKING CRAZY!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks everyone. We really appreciate your support. Stay tuned for updates!
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