Another summer has begun and I am jumping in with both feet. I have lots of fun planned: a beach trip, a visit to the LA Science Center, and of course, my big trip up the coast the San Francisco. In the meantime, I’m organizing and cleaning my house. There is nothing better than coming…
Yesterday, I went to the hair salon and changed my hair back to blonde. Grandma said, “Well, blondes have more fun!” I certainly hope so! I also got some long layers cut too. My hair is uber long now. And I think the blonde looks more natural. This isn’t me, of course. But I did…
The first year after Grandpa’s death was the hardest. I felt like I had my left arm cut off. It took a while before we could start going through his things and giving them away. I did keep a few things back for you both. You each have one of Grandpa’s sweaters and one of…
It all started with a huge lump protruding from his throat. I insisted that Grandma take Grandpa to the doctor. He had been falling a lot too. Grandpa was diagnosed with having Lymphoma – a kind of cancer that infects the lymphatic system. The doctors were not sure how much of his body had been…
Please… DO NOT READ tomorrow’s post until AFTER you worked your shift. In fact, I’m not going to schedule it until after 10pm. That way, I’m sure you are not working when you read this post. This is going to shock and upset you IF you are not already aware of it. If you are…
Our Last Day of School Donut Party was a smashing success! The kids were thrilled with the cupcakes with little candy donuts on top. The coffee ice cream floats were a big hit too! And of course the glazed, chocolate and sprinkled donuts were the centerpiece of the entire affair. We watched a movie: Paddington…
Ok, I just got done calling your step mother directly. She picked up, but did not answer. So I rang her again and left a message. Honestly my sweet girls, I’m not sure what more I can do if she does not choose to respond. I’ll sleep well tonight knowing that I have given it…
I refuse to be defeated by this situation with the parents. I’m going to take a little time for myself this summer to get my strength back. But, in the fall, I’ll try again to communicate with them. Why wait? Remember, your oldest brother lives with me and what I do directly affects him. If…
Sometimes, my posts are for me as much as they are for you both. I find quotes that inspire me or songs that make me sing. Tonight, I’m reminded of this thought…Small people talk about people and smart people talk about ideas. If you want to REALLY know who a person is, listen to what…
My report cards are almost finished. Cum cards are finished. End of the year parties have started. Yes, I think the end of the school year is upon us. My students elected to have a donut party as their last day of school festival. That will be different and fun! I’m sorry I could not…