For today... June 20, 2010
Outside my window... it is raining and in the 50s. Natives call this month "Junuary" and it is a common understanding that summer doesn't start until July.
I am thinking... about what sunshine and warmth feel like. It's been a while.
I am thankful for... free tickets for Pa and the boys to see Toy Story 3. Of course, these "free tickets" cost me 18 boxes of cereal, but who's counting? Better yet, the film had a little snafu in the middle of the movie (which got fixed, so the show did go on), but because of that--Pa scored three more free tickets to use at a different time. Two for the price of free!
From the learning rooms... I am closing out the most recent school year and ordering books for the next. This is always one of my most favorite and least favorite things to do. I love to plan and think about subjects and schedules, but wow--I sure can get buried in 8000 options. I'll be teaching three grades next year, because things are not crazy enough already.
From the kitchen... I've been on a homemade bread-making spree. With school being done for the year, I've had a little extra time on my hands--and the cold weather is certainly an inspiration for soup and bread. Mmm, Junuary.
I am wearing... jeans and a fleece. 'Nuf said.
I am creating... a school room for the kids. World map on the wall, desks (that were already at the house), and Legos. Well, Legos are everywhere. As usual.
I am going... to start thinking about some fun things to do this summer. No doubt "going to the library" will be high on the list. I know. Party.
I am reading... a bunch of Spanish-English resources--in hopes of finally starting the kids on a foreign language this year. ¿Es muy bueno, no?
I am hoping... to start a new habit of riding our stationary bike while watching Wheel of Fortune every weeknight. I placed the bike smack dab in front of the TV for this sole purpose. I've lived long enough to know that I excel at the Lazy And Geriatric Style of Exercise. Three cheers for me, and I'd like to buy a vowel. *clap clap clap*
I am hearing... the occasional sound of silence. Our current house has three levels which means I can more adequately hide from the noise. However, the house has squeaky floors thereby making my sneaking around more difficult. I will prevail.
Around the house... is an old set of patio chairs that Pa has salvaged and repainted. We're hoping to find some (cheap) cushions so that we can actually sit on the chairs. Crazy idea!
One of my favorite things... is this season of the TV show "So You Think You Can Dance." I know. It is awesome. And so am I.
My plans for the week... include transitioning the girly-dirl to her big-girl bed. We left our crib behind with our beloved neighbors, and the Suz has been sleeping in her pack-n-play ever since we moved. We wanted to let life settle in a bit before we started up the "stay in the bed" routine. Let's just say the pack-n-play is still up and that's where the Suz will sleep when she can't seem to stay in her bed. Good times.
Here is picture I am sharing... of our van that got broken into less than two weeks after we moved in. It was sitting outside our house, while I was home, and the person broke in in broad daylight--middle of the afternoon. I hear there's been a rash of these going around--I guess our number came up. Fortunately, after many phone calls, we were able to get the window replaced the next day. Unfortunately, it cost us $150 and one of our kids has had trouble sleeping ever since. Fortunately, it didn't rain while the window was taped up, and our annual deductible has now been met for this kind of damage. Awesome!
