Mother's Day Weekend | TheFridayFive (5/9)
To celebrate Mother's Day weekend, my parents and I drove to the Tahoe/Reno area where I had hotel reservations and various activities planned. My mom enjoys these little out of town trips, and I enjoy planning them. Highlights:
• We arrived at our destination around 1pm. It was a gorgeous day and we were able to spend time out on the lake. The water was still a little chilly, but I still had fun swimming and being out on the boat. We had a lovely picnic dinner at sunset from the hotel balcony that overlooks the lake. The chicken Alfredo was so rich, but tasted so good with soft, hot onion rolls and crisp caesar salad. There were fudge brownies, ice cream, and éclairs for dessert. I felt compelled to walk after such a heavy meal, and the twilight provided a different perspective of the beautiful region.
• Saturday was spa day for Mom and me. After our decadent hour long massages, we spent time chatting in the sauna and swimming pool. It was difficult to wake up early for our appointments, but it was worth it because we had the rest of the afternoon to go shopping. I got a cute Lacoste tote that I've been wanting for a while, but didn't like the available colors that I saw in other stores; it has black and white stripes. As usual, I played pack mule for my mom who decided to do her Christmas shopping early- O_O -as well as getting presents for that pesky little trip we're taking next month. Dinner was alfresco again, but this time with lighter fare-soup and sandwiches with grilled veggies.
• On Sunday, we went to a special Mother's Day brunch at our hotel. The macadamia nut encrusted grilled salmon was excellent, but not really something I want to eat at 9am. It was the most appealing thing on the menu though. After brunch, Mom opened her presents and card all of which she loved. I'm happy because it's extremely difficult to shop for her at times. Sometimes it's just better to ask her what she wants or let her pick out items. Mom and I then went to see What Happens in Vegas while my dad relaxed poolside.
• Monday was another mild and gorgeous day, so we went on an early morning hike. I love visiting Tahoe at any time of the year, and it was wonderful to spend time enjoying the company of my family. ♥
Here is the Q&A list for last Friday's thefridayfive.
1. If you knew that you had only one day left to live, what would you do for the 24 hours?
Put everything in order in terms of last wishes and things of that nature, distribute my most cherished possessions, write letters to the people who mean the most to me, and gather the people who mean the most to me. We would then fly to Alaska, where I'd rent a boat and spend the remaining time with each other, sailing around majestic spots.
2. Do you think that life has meaning?
Of course, otherwise what would be the point of living life?
3. What was your favourite childhood toy/object, or some of your favourites? (Remember childhood according to the United Nations is anywhere from 0-18 years, so this is a fairly broad span of time).
• Lego sets: I loved them then and I still love them now. I have a few Harry Potter sets that I assemble from time to time; it's a great way for me to relax.
• Books: A few favorites include Harriet the Spy, the Ramona books by Beverly Cleary, Where the Red Fern Grows, various books by Judy Blume etc.
• Lite Brite: I always had to take pictures of the designs I created.
• Jigsaw puzzles: I still love them now.
4. When you clasp your hands, do you put your right thumb over your left thumb, or your left thumb over your right thumb?
Right thumb over left thumb.
5. If you had to teach the most ignorant person on earth the most difficult thing you have ever learned, how would you go about doing it?
It depends on what it is. When I was three, the most difficult thing I learned was trying to tie my shoes.
As for school learning, it would be physics and calculus. I struggled to earn good grades in those classes, and I didn't enjoy the subjects. So I would hire a tutor to teach that person. Although I have a lot of patience, I would never want to teach anyone the intricacies of physics and calculus.
• We arrived at our destination around 1pm. It was a gorgeous day and we were able to spend time out on the lake. The water was still a little chilly, but I still had fun swimming and being out on the boat. We had a lovely picnic dinner at sunset from the hotel balcony that overlooks the lake. The chicken Alfredo was so rich, but tasted so good with soft, hot onion rolls and crisp caesar salad. There were fudge brownies, ice cream, and éclairs for dessert. I felt compelled to walk after such a heavy meal, and the twilight provided a different perspective of the beautiful region.
• Saturday was spa day for Mom and me. After our decadent hour long massages, we spent time chatting in the sauna and swimming pool. It was difficult to wake up early for our appointments, but it was worth it because we had the rest of the afternoon to go shopping. I got a cute Lacoste tote that I've been wanting for a while, but didn't like the available colors that I saw in other stores; it has black and white stripes. As usual, I played pack mule for my mom who decided to do her Christmas shopping early- O_O -as well as getting presents for that pesky little trip we're taking next month. Dinner was alfresco again, but this time with lighter fare-soup and sandwiches with grilled veggies.
• On Sunday, we went to a special Mother's Day brunch at our hotel. The macadamia nut encrusted grilled salmon was excellent, but not really something I want to eat at 9am. It was the most appealing thing on the menu though. After brunch, Mom opened her presents and card all of which she loved. I'm happy because it's extremely difficult to shop for her at times. Sometimes it's just better to ask her what she wants or let her pick out items. Mom and I then went to see What Happens in Vegas while my dad relaxed poolside.
• Monday was another mild and gorgeous day, so we went on an early morning hike. I love visiting Tahoe at any time of the year, and it was wonderful to spend time enjoying the company of my family. ♥
Here is the Q&A list for last Friday's thefridayfive.
1. If you knew that you had only one day left to live, what would you do for the 24 hours?
Put everything in order in terms of last wishes and things of that nature, distribute my most cherished possessions, write letters to the people who mean the most to me, and gather the people who mean the most to me. We would then fly to Alaska, where I'd rent a boat and spend the remaining time with each other, sailing around majestic spots.
2. Do you think that life has meaning?
Of course, otherwise what would be the point of living life?
3. What was your favourite childhood toy/object, or some of your favourites? (Remember childhood according to the United Nations is anywhere from 0-18 years, so this is a fairly broad span of time).
• Lego sets: I loved them then and I still love them now. I have a few Harry Potter sets that I assemble from time to time; it's a great way for me to relax.
• Books: A few favorites include Harriet the Spy, the Ramona books by Beverly Cleary, Where the Red Fern Grows, various books by Judy Blume etc.
• Lite Brite: I always had to take pictures of the designs I created.
• Jigsaw puzzles: I still love them now.
4. When you clasp your hands, do you put your right thumb over your left thumb, or your left thumb over your right thumb?
Right thumb over left thumb.
5. If you had to teach the most ignorant person on earth the most difficult thing you have ever learned, how would you go about doing it?
It depends on what it is. When I was three, the most difficult thing I learned was trying to tie my shoes.
As for school learning, it would be physics and calculus. I struggled to earn good grades in those classes, and I didn't enjoy the subjects. So I would hire a tutor to teach that person. Although I have a lot of patience, I would never want to teach anyone the intricacies of physics and calculus.