It's snowing lightly today and supposed to warm up to 10C (about 50F) tomorrow! That sounds like a lot of water.
Hope everyone had a good Christmas. My sister gave me some new makeup, so I was all dolled up for a change yesterday. L arranged that I should have a spa gift certificate for Christmas. So I plan to book my first massage (Swedish?) sometime this year. Something I've wanted to do but would never have gotten around to otherwise. She thinks she knows what's best for me.
Within M's family, a joyous pregnancy was announced. There was news of a surprising and saddening divorce (M's sister-in-law's brother). M's handsome 18 year old nephew seems to have broken up with his constant girlfriend of 4 and a half years and is seeing someone else. Is this always the risk when you have a good looking boyfriend? (Brad Pitt comes to mind!) Another 18 year old nephew has a totally transformed look upon his return from the first semester at university. Goatee beards and moustaches are 'in', along with one earring in I forget which ear. I mentioned that I enjoy the odd annual xmas newsletter. I now understand that not everyone appreciates these as some can seem boastful or bragging. Hmm, you have to think of everyone's perspective when you write, don't you? Well, I did enjoy a moist butterball turkey with cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes and gravy, the classic meal.
Now I have to go for my walk, it's been a challenge keeping up with the exercise during the holidays. I also have to plan the grocery list and the logistics for tomorrow's party. L's weekend tennis tournament got scheduled right in the middle of the party which won't help. Along with the fact that my mother in law is bringing 2 trays of hors d'oeuvres and 3 other dishes that will need to be warmed up. Helpful, yet ...
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Enjoyed that post Christine. Yes its interesting catching up on the family gossip at holidays.
ReplyDeleteExercise. What exercise? I am about to pick up my brother from the airport and he is an exercise fiend - so I bet he will get me up and moving.
Swedish massage - well how thoughtful L is. You will enjoy it.
As for Christmass newsletters the thing is who would write the bad stuff in them anyway. Although they would be funnier - it would make a good post actually.
Hope your next party goes well and um.....thats what mothers in law are for ....to be helpful.
Hey Christine
ReplyDeleteI am so like you, they are going to forget who I am if I don't get back to the gym soon!
Congrads on the new one to be!
Oh I hope you have an amazing time at the Spa. I go all the time for massage, we have the College of Massage Therapists very close by so I go often as it is very cheap and sooooooo relaxing!
Lilly, you're a treasure. Your last sentence says it all!
ReplyDeleteMom, it's so windy here today, it nixed my plans for a walk. Now I can't wait for that massage.