Vanilla ice

Chapter 21:

Sophia

I'm on my way home. I left right before Izzy's dance recital so that I would be able to make it to Spencer's first game. I wished Izzy luck and headed out. Owen and Andrew don't leave until later tonight. Because of dad going to rehab and me having joint custody of everything he owns, I put the house in my name and the accounts in my name for the time being.

The person who has been bothering me texted me the night before Izzy's dance recital. I spent the day distracting myself with covering over pitched paint marks for Owen. I know that it's stupid to run from my problems but the stalker mentioned my mom being in her favorite place and her favorite place is the tree I go visit her at. But that's impossible. She is still missing and that property isn't even accessible anymore.

After painting the marks on Alice's house it gave me the idea of fixing up my house. It would help get custody of the boys and it would save me a lot of money rather than buying a whole new house. The payments on it would drown us. While dads house is just about paid off. Maybe I could even fix up the house enough that I can send the photos to my lawyer. She could help with any adjustments to up my possibilities of getting the boys in my full custody.

Spencer and Liam deserve a healthy environment that they can thrive in. They deserve to not be afraid every time they step foot in their home. I have yet to tell Vivian that I'm moving out. I just haven't found a way to tell her even though I know she will understand either way.

I've set up a construction crew to repair, pressure wash, and paint the house. And by construction crew, I mean the hockey team because Owen wouldn't let hire an actual construction company when it could be a good exercise for the team's off season. The hockey coach even agreed that it would be a good team bonding exercise as long as no one gets hurt.

I have a lot to think about, right now I'm in the middle of a custody battle for Spencer and Liam. I also have to worry about my competition. I leave in four days. I was super worried about where the boys would stay for the time that I will be in Florida. Kissimmee, Florida is where my ice skating competition will be held. The college pays for my tickets and hotel.

Thankfully Owen and Viv offered to take the boys while I'm away. I don't know what I would do without them. They are truly the greatest people ever.

I haven't decided what color to paint it, the house was originally a sage green color, with black and white tapestry. I kinda want to restore it to its former glory but maybe that isn't a good idea. I haven't decided whether I plan on asking the boys, but right now they are having such a great time I just don't want to ruin their happiness.

Right now I'm at the local diner in Aspen eating grease filled burgers and fries. Spencer got himself a strawberry milkshake while Liam got a chocolate milkshake. I, on the other hand, got a strawberry and vanilla milkshake. After leaving the diner we made our way back home so I could pack for my trip.