1. Today Grace had to stay home because of the fever yesterday afternoon. We all got to sleep til 8, which was a rare treat! She was feeling fine all day and could easily have gone to school. I decided we'd go out and do all the errands I needed to do today.
2. We went to Target and got loads of stuff for the party. I even was able to get Lola's birthday gift with Grace distracting Lola so she didn't see it. Then when I was done paying, Grace showed me the "treat" that she had wanted and had forgotten to put in the cart. I then went to pay for it and the lines were pretty long. One lane opened up and I looked around to see if anyone who was waiting longer than me was going to go to it, when they didn't, I headed that way. A man who hadn't even been in a line came zipping over to the line. Ironically, one cashier told the other that that register was broken. So, I laughed bitterly and said to him, "Might be Karma!" At that point we were at the next register and he told me I could go ahead. Obviously, he realized he was in the wrong. Sometimes I just can't hold my tongue when I see an injustice, however small. I just thought that was so highly rude that I had to say something. Glad I did!
3. Tonight I made dozens of sea life sugar cookies for Lola's party. I'm planning on having the kids decorate them with frosting and sprinkles. The weather looks iffy for the weekend and I want to make sure we have inside things to do. The cleaning ladies came today and I had them work in the basement to get ready for guests if it does rain.
Friday, June 4, 2010
Thursday, June 3, 2010
Sick Kid
1. Lola and I went to her end of year picnic at school. One of the members of the Swingset Mamas performed for the kids and then there were pony rides! Wow-pretty impressive!
2. We went home to regroup and then went to Sport Hill Farm to get our first veggies through their "Crop Cash" program. I got white radishes/turnips, asparagus and bread. I didn't like the turnips as I thought they'd be more like radishes. I ate one raw and now wonder if I might like it better cooked. The asparagus was great! The bread is from a Fairfield bakery and was really good. Lola got to feed the chickens and loved that! The girls are going to farm camp through the Unquowa School and will be visiting Sport Hill Farm. Neat! Maybe they'll eat some veggies after this! Lola did try the asparagus and immediately spit it out. Oh well! We went to Old Navy and The Children's Place with coupons in hand and got some things.
3. On the way into our driveway after being out, I got a call from the school nurse. Grace had a high fever and had been vomiting. Uh oh! I went right over to pick her up. She was sick a few more times, but after some medicine, felt much better. So much so that she was asking for mozzarella sticks! I let her eat the peaches she was also craving, but thought mozzarella sticks aren't the bland food that she should be eating with a stomach bug. She went to bed willingly and, hopefully, will have a good nights' sleep. The nurse said no to school tomorrow. Bummer! A friend was going to watch Lola while I got some party things done tomorrow. C'est la vie!
2. We went home to regroup and then went to Sport Hill Farm to get our first veggies through their "Crop Cash" program. I got white radishes/turnips, asparagus and bread. I didn't like the turnips as I thought they'd be more like radishes. I ate one raw and now wonder if I might like it better cooked. The asparagus was great! The bread is from a Fairfield bakery and was really good. Lola got to feed the chickens and loved that! The girls are going to farm camp through the Unquowa School and will be visiting Sport Hill Farm. Neat! Maybe they'll eat some veggies after this! Lola did try the asparagus and immediately spit it out. Oh well! We went to Old Navy and The Children's Place with coupons in hand and got some things.
3. On the way into our driveway after being out, I got a call from the school nurse. Grace had a high fever and had been vomiting. Uh oh! I went right over to pick her up. She was sick a few more times, but after some medicine, felt much better. So much so that she was asking for mozzarella sticks! I let her eat the peaches she was also craving, but thought mozzarella sticks aren't the bland food that she should be eating with a stomach bug. She went to bed willingly and, hopefully, will have a good nights' sleep. The nurse said no to school tomorrow. Bummer! A friend was going to watch Lola while I got some party things done tomorrow. C'est la vie!
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Scrabble Night
1. Just finished a rip-roaring game of Scrabble with Rich. OK, it wasn't that exciting, but I did win, as usual! There was nothing on TV and we thought we'd get some use out of the deluxe board he gave me for Christmas. Too bad Lola is still awake and keeps calling me! She fell asleep in the car today and slept for at least an hour.
2. I finally got back to yoga today. Lola had fun at the kid's club and made some friends. I unloaded the laundry from the camper and worked around the house. We picked up Grace and went home for a bit before Super Kids. We dropped her off then went to the Pepperidge Farm store for Goldfish for her party. What other kinds of snacks should I serve for a mermaid party?! Then we went to CVS and I used some coupons and scanned my card at the kiosk for some extra savings. Oh, I love a bargain!
3. The other day they were sampling the turkey meatballs in marinara sauce on ciabatta rolls at Trader Joe's in Fairfield. I was so hungry that the serving was so large it was a mini lunch for me. I bought all the fixings and made it tonight with corn on the cob and cole slaw. Of course, the kids wouldn't touch any of that. I thought it was all pretty good, but not as good as at TJ's! The corn was deliciously sweet. Summer must be here! (Can you believe I have kids that don't like corn on the cob?! Grace likes it raw and I forgot and cooked all the pieces. Argh!)
2. I finally got back to yoga today. Lola had fun at the kid's club and made some friends. I unloaded the laundry from the camper and worked around the house. We picked up Grace and went home for a bit before Super Kids. We dropped her off then went to the Pepperidge Farm store for Goldfish for her party. What other kinds of snacks should I serve for a mermaid party?! Then we went to CVS and I used some coupons and scanned my card at the kiosk for some extra savings. Oh, I love a bargain!
3. The other day they were sampling the turkey meatballs in marinara sauce on ciabatta rolls at Trader Joe's in Fairfield. I was so hungry that the serving was so large it was a mini lunch for me. I bought all the fixings and made it tonight with corn on the cob and cole slaw. Of course, the kids wouldn't touch any of that. I thought it was all pretty good, but not as good as at TJ's! The corn was deliciously sweet. Summer must be here! (Can you believe I have kids that don't like corn on the cob?! Grace likes it raw and I forgot and cooked all the pieces. Argh!)
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Lola's Last Day of School
1. It's so annoying that preschools let out so darn early! I'm now on early summer vacation planning mode. I'm considering going strawberry picking tomorrow. I was hoping to also go to Playtime Village, but have found out that they're now closed. A friend said that they couldn't afford to pay the rising rent. Too bad, we never made it there.
2. I'm busy thinking about Lola's party. Really I'm envisioning just a play date in our yard with a cake and some snacks. Nothing fancy, but good, old-fashioned fun with friends. Now, let's just hope the weather report of thunder storms doesn't come to fruition! The skies sure opened up today! I've decided to take her to Chuck E. Cheese's on her actual birthday. I'm hosting a play date there, but not having another party.
3. Today I went for a massage. Amazingly, I didn't have many knots! Now, I really must get my house in order, the party planned and myself back to the gym!
2. I'm busy thinking about Lola's party. Really I'm envisioning just a play date in our yard with a cake and some snacks. Nothing fancy, but good, old-fashioned fun with friends. Now, let's just hope the weather report of thunder storms doesn't come to fruition! The skies sure opened up today! I've decided to take her to Chuck E. Cheese's on her actual birthday. I'm hosting a play date there, but not having another party.
3. Today I went for a massage. Amazingly, I didn't have many knots! Now, I really must get my house in order, the party planned and myself back to the gym!
Monday, May 31, 2010
Summer Begins!
1. Memorial Day weekend always kicks off the summer for us. Our tradition is to head to Keuka Lake to spend time with family and to camp at the state park. This year was no exception. We headed up Friday around 4 and got in around 10. We had three relatively good nights of sleep and spent the days at the cottage with family. Today we had a very long drive back through construction traffic and didn't get home til about 8. The girls are finally tucked away for the night and I'm hitting the tub.
2. Grace started a different dose of her medicine on Saturday and it was amazingly effective! We had a really calm weekend. She sees her Dr again this week and then Rich will come with us next week. I'm feeling really good about her!
3. Lola's birthday party is next Sunday. Eek! I'm hoping my cleaning ladies can come on Friday to help me get ready. I'll be unpacking, doing laundry and cleaning out the camper and truck all while trying to get the party preparations done. Here's hoping for another amazing weather weekend! Oh, I am taking a little break out tomorrow for a massage! Tomorrow is Lola's last day of school. I can't believe it! Grace still has three more weeks.
2. Grace started a different dose of her medicine on Saturday and it was amazingly effective! We had a really calm weekend. She sees her Dr again this week and then Rich will come with us next week. I'm feeling really good about her!
3. Lola's birthday party is next Sunday. Eek! I'm hoping my cleaning ladies can come on Friday to help me get ready. I'll be unpacking, doing laundry and cleaning out the camper and truck all while trying to get the party preparations done. Here's hoping for another amazing weather weekend! Oh, I am taking a little break out tomorrow for a massage! Tomorrow is Lola's last day of school. I can't believe it! Grace still has three more weeks.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Hope
1. I feel a real sense of hope tonight after meeting with Grace and her new doctor. It was a good experience for her and I feel like we have someone that has "our back." Ahhh.
2. After the doctor appointment I took advantage of having a sitter and went out to dinner with a friend. It's so nice to have a friend who tells it like it is. Ahh. I'm feeling much better today than yesterday, as you can tell!
3. I spent a good portion of the morning getting the Airstream cleaned up. I packed up the car with the cushions and bedding and drove it out back to load up. Rich is out of town and it's a lot for me to get done, but will get done by the time we hit the road. I'm sorry that I've missed most of my workouts this week, but wouldn't have had time to do the packing otherwise. Or, wouldn't have had time to take advantage of the killer Boden sale! I finally ordered after loving their catalog for so long. They offered me 25% off plus free shipping and returns. I ordered a bunch for me and some for the kids. I have very little in my closet and need some new stuff. Packing for the weekend was tough as I don't even have t-shirts! Grace is asleep and I'm hoping for another good night.
2. After the doctor appointment I took advantage of having a sitter and went out to dinner with a friend. It's so nice to have a friend who tells it like it is. Ahh. I'm feeling much better today than yesterday, as you can tell!
3. I spent a good portion of the morning getting the Airstream cleaned up. I packed up the car with the cushions and bedding and drove it out back to load up. Rich is out of town and it's a lot for me to get done, but will get done by the time we hit the road. I'm sorry that I've missed most of my workouts this week, but wouldn't have had time to do the packing otherwise. Or, wouldn't have had time to take advantage of the killer Boden sale! I finally ordered after loving their catalog for so long. They offered me 25% off plus free shipping and returns. I ordered a bunch for me and some for the kids. I have very little in my closet and need some new stuff. Packing for the weekend was tough as I don't even have t-shirts! Grace is asleep and I'm hoping for another good night.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Boo Hoo
1. OK, I did get a little emotional watching AI tonight. It was Simon's farewell show and it just won't be the same without him. Paula was embarrassing. I liked some of the collaborations. I was rooting for Crystal at the end, but do like Lee. Don't know if I'll let myself get sucked into another season.
2. Tonight was a bit depressing on several levels. I went to Grace's new school orientation. And, as was the case last week at her school concert, I barely knew anyone. I've found it difficult to meet other parents as she doesn't do play dates and there aren't many other opportunities to meet other families. I did sit with a friend, but she was talking with someone else. Later she sent me a sweet email, which boosted my spirits. Next year I plan to be more active in the PTO and also the Newcomer's Club. I happen to be feeling particularly isolated right now and don't like it.
3. Today I was able to get the electrician over. He wasn't able to fix our problem. I was able to get the landscapers to come to get a major project done. Turns out there are multiple problems that need to be addressed. He and the arborist are working together to get our property back under control. I do hope I'm feeling more optimistic tomorrow. We all got an amazing night of sleep last night, but now Grace is still up at almost 11. Ugh!
2. Tonight was a bit depressing on several levels. I went to Grace's new school orientation. And, as was the case last week at her school concert, I barely knew anyone. I've found it difficult to meet other parents as she doesn't do play dates and there aren't many other opportunities to meet other families. I did sit with a friend, but she was talking with someone else. Later she sent me a sweet email, which boosted my spirits. Next year I plan to be more active in the PTO and also the Newcomer's Club. I happen to be feeling particularly isolated right now and don't like it.
3. Today I was able to get the electrician over. He wasn't able to fix our problem. I was able to get the landscapers to come to get a major project done. Turns out there are multiple problems that need to be addressed. He and the arborist are working together to get our property back under control. I do hope I'm feeling more optimistic tomorrow. We all got an amazing night of sleep last night, but now Grace is still up at almost 11. Ugh!
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