There was the reading of countless job descriptions and and a job application submitted. There was the paying of bills online. There was the reading of news and review of the floor plan to sketch out furniture placement. And there was waiting and wondering.
I didn't know what time the closing was because I didn't need to be there. There were many checks of the phone to be sure I hadn't missed a call or a text. It was nearly 3:30 when we learned the transaction had been recorded, the house was sold, and I was officially liberated of a mortgage.
The full focus shifted to the next wonderment -- the time of my closing for the purchase of the next home. As it approached 4:30, I started getting nervous. At 4:57 the email arrived with the time -- 11:00 am Friday. Phew! I could stop fretting that there would be a delay and breathe. And the sleep will probably be great tonight.
Kiki is still avoiding me. She has taken refuge under the bed and in the closet. When I check on her, she ignores me most of the day. At bedtime, treats in hand, I can lure her to the edge of the bed she hides under and rub her head. Knowing I'll be inflicting more trauma on her in a matter of days feels horrible.
Tomorrow, it's some paperwork to sign at the law office, and then visiting the bank, a store for a few additional cleaning supplies, and the new dwelling to begin cleaning and clearing things from Mom's spare bedroom and shed and installing them next door. Exciting!
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