This is my niece, Lina, and my nephew, Leonard. They were in town to see my mom, who has been recovering nicely. We celebrated Thanksgiving yesterday, and it was so much fun! I'm still recuperating from the work of hosting such a big celebration, but it was definitely worth it!
The guy on the left is my son, Shaq, who did a magnificent job in the drama club's production of three one-act plays. That's his buddy, who was also phenomenal (and one of my students too).
My life has been crazy, but I wanted to take a minute to share a little of what has been going on lately. Best wishes for a wonderful week!
I just finished making a double batch of peanut butter and a batch of chocolate chip cookies for Thanksgiving dessert. I'm going to freeze them so they'll be soft and yummy, but we're having the dinner a week early since my niece will be here on Saturday from Tennessee.
I'm planning on roasting a turkey, making a glazed ham, serving some stuffing and making homemade mashed potatoes (no gravy though). No one will suspect that this is a Weight Watchers holiday (aside from the cookies, which will be sent home with the relatives)! Why have the fatty stuff if they like the healthy versions????
1.) She is feeling better and wants her hair done every day. Unfortunately, I had two boys, and I don't spend much time on my own hair. I'm doing the best I can, though!
2.) She can walk slowly with a cane now.
3.) Her appetite has improved!
4.) Mom is looking forward to visits from family and friends. (Nice switch: she initially didn't want to see anyone.)
I'm getting my mom back, slowly but surely!!!! Praise God!
I went to see this play with my buddy, Iva. What a hoot! I was able to see some friends I haven't seen since I worked with them last December.
Then we went for coffee at Perkins, and she enjoyed some pie while I munched on a muffin (which ended up being my supper because I forgot to eat). Oh well.
We talked and talked and talked...until 2:00 a.m.!!!! It's all good though; I'm wide awake! I'll be fine while I teach Bible study this morning, but I'm not sure I'm going to make it through a meeting at 3:00. :o) I'll just grab a big 'ol cup of coffee on the way and pray that God keeps me awake! :o)
This morning I'll take my son to drama club to help paint the set for the play. (I'm the asst. director, so I'll be there the whole time. I'll probably be the one to pick up pizza too!)
Then I'll take him home before I got to church and help out in the office.
After that, I'll pick up my buddy, Iva, to visit my mom for a bit before we head to a play.
My morning began by running into my friend, Joe, at the grocery store! He looks great! I had a little crush a while back, and he was interested in me too, but our friends pushed a little too hard - - - it made both of us really uncomfortable. He was a pastor, and it's really cool to talk to him about scripture and God. He's still as handsome as ever!
Then I went to work and gave candy to all of my classes. (I had to buy extra, which was a blessing cuz I ran into Joe!) They worked very hard on grammar, and I'm thrilled that they're trying to focus.
After that, I tutored until 4:30.
Then I got a call from the rehab asking me to come and fill out some paperwork for my mom. My son and I stayed until she finished her supper.
From there we went home to pick up child #2 so that I could take them to youth group.
We just walked in the door a few minutes ago. I think we're all going to fall asleep pretty easily this evening! :o)
Thanks so much for visiting my blog! I welcome comments, even if you don't agree with me. ;o) And if you've got a prayer request, please let me know! Take care and God bless!
This is my niece, Lina, and my nephew, Leonard. They were in town to see my mom, who has been recovering nicely. We celebrated Thanksgiving yesterday, and it was so much fun! I'm still recuperating from the work of hosting such a big celebration, but it was definitely worth it!
The guy on the left is my son, Shaq, who did a magnificent job in the drama club's production of three one-act plays. That's his buddy, who was also phenomenal (and one of my students too).
