Happy New Year
Sheesh, I don't know where to start. What a crazy break this has been.
Christmas was wonderful. I got a sewing machine, new dvdplayer/vcr, piano, and a bunch of other odds and ends. Santa came to Margaret (totally fun!) and we had homemade waffles for breakfast.
I got together with the high school gang. Lots of fun, though really odd... I hadn't seen some of those people since graduating. Apparently we're not going to have a 5 year reunion... which I'm a bit sad about. I guess 5 years isn't enough to accomplish anything... I disagree. Take me for instance. I am married and have a daughter. If that isn't accomplishing something, then I don't know what is. Others have graduated from college and are either in a career or on to advance education. I guess we could always take over and plan our own reunion... but I want to see where some people are, and what they are doing. And how much weight everyone has gained... ha...
Amy (michael's sister) is now engaged. It's a bit bitter sweet... a happy but sad occasion. Michael and I were going to try to go out to MN this week to surprise her, but flights are outrageous, and I really don't want to drive. So unfortunately, I'm stuck here for the rest of break.
Margaret is great! And so beautiful. Ok, so maybe I am a bit biased, but I think she is absolutely perfect... now, if she'd just go to bed before 3:30am, I'd be fine. I love being a mom, and wouldn't trade it for anything. Oddly enough, I do miss school. Perhaps I mostly miss the opportunity to really challenge my mind. I am a lot dumber now than I was in high school. Today I actually thought about pulling out a college math book and doing algebra just for the heck of it. But I have really been trying to learn new skills and read. I'm reading more than ever before (which isn't saying much really). And I'm working on sewing. My next project is a dress for me and Margaret. I cook all the time (I ended up making over 300 cookies last weekend) and I am not afraid to try new things. I haven't abandonded learning, just school.
I also joined the Mason Community Orchestra. Nothing fancy, but I figured it is a shame to completely give up the trumpet. I enjoy playing, and I don't want to lose my ability to play!
Michael has one application left to turn in for grad school. I'm so glad this part is over. Now for the waiting, the visiting and deciding. I'm researching cost of living in Cambridge, MA... eek. I guess it's a trade off... if we are accepted there, then it's definitely the best school for Michael, but the most expensive living costs.
I love being a mom... nothing prepared me for this overwhelming feeling of love
Christmas was wonderful. I got a sewing machine, new dvdplayer/vcr, piano, and a bunch of other odds and ends. Santa came to Margaret (totally fun!) and we had homemade waffles for breakfast.
I got together with the high school gang. Lots of fun, though really odd... I hadn't seen some of those people since graduating. Apparently we're not going to have a 5 year reunion... which I'm a bit sad about. I guess 5 years isn't enough to accomplish anything... I disagree. Take me for instance. I am married and have a daughter. If that isn't accomplishing something, then I don't know what is. Others have graduated from college and are either in a career or on to advance education. I guess we could always take over and plan our own reunion... but I want to see where some people are, and what they are doing. And how much weight everyone has gained... ha...
Amy (michael's sister) is now engaged. It's a bit bitter sweet... a happy but sad occasion. Michael and I were going to try to go out to MN this week to surprise her, but flights are outrageous, and I really don't want to drive. So unfortunately, I'm stuck here for the rest of break.
Margaret is great! And so beautiful. Ok, so maybe I am a bit biased, but I think she is absolutely perfect... now, if she'd just go to bed before 3:30am, I'd be fine. I love being a mom, and wouldn't trade it for anything. Oddly enough, I do miss school. Perhaps I mostly miss the opportunity to really challenge my mind. I am a lot dumber now than I was in high school. Today I actually thought about pulling out a college math book and doing algebra just for the heck of it. But I have really been trying to learn new skills and read. I'm reading more than ever before (which isn't saying much really). And I'm working on sewing. My next project is a dress for me and Margaret. I cook all the time (I ended up making over 300 cookies last weekend) and I am not afraid to try new things. I haven't abandonded learning, just school.
I also joined the Mason Community Orchestra. Nothing fancy, but I figured it is a shame to completely give up the trumpet. I enjoy playing, and I don't want to lose my ability to play!
Michael has one application left to turn in for grad school. I'm so glad this part is over. Now for the waiting, the visiting and deciding. I'm researching cost of living in Cambridge, MA... eek. I guess it's a trade off... if we are accepted there, then it's definitely the best school for Michael, but the most expensive living costs.
I love being a mom... nothing prepared me for this overwhelming feeling of love