Things have been busy here in these woods lately. I've been occupied with work-related things, as well as trying to finish my mom's afghan. Yes, I know...it's her Mother's Day present and that was last Sunday, but she and my sister are coming from Texas tomorrow night to visit for Nik's 8th grade graduation. I figured I'd save the shipping and give ( Read more... )

I talked to my mom on the phone today. I always try to make it a point to call "home" either Saturday or Sunday of each week. She asked if we were coming down for Thanksgiving. Actually, we've discussed it, but we haven't made the final decision yet, which I told her. "Well, what about Christmas?" *gulp* I already know we won't be there for that ( Read more... )