We went to dinner at Swiss Chalet last night with M's mother. They were giving all the mothers single long stemmed roses in a variety of colours and we also received a 'card' with some coupons for future use. That was a nice touch and they were busy, like all the other restaurants yesterday. Mother's Day is a big thing.
I think my mom spent a part of her day at a gambling casino in Florida. She really enjoys that. One of my sisters that lives there has a stress fracture just above her left wrist and she's left-handed. So she's in a soft cast and very helpless at the moment. The cause is just over-use. I heard that my cousin's wedding reception went well. The food was excellent, they did a Polynesian theme as far as the decorating went, complete with 'Polynesian' dancers. Some guests came all the way from England. The groom made a romantic speech, declaring he had fallen in love with his bride at first sight. The bride and audience were touched. (L thought that indicated a superficial attraction.) The reception was held on his actual 40th birthday.
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Sunday, May 11, 2008
Happy Mother's Day
Not feeling very energetic today, unfortunately. L had 2 friends over yesterday from 5.30pm until 11.30pm and they are still not finished with their project. It's some drama project worth 20% of their mark. This sort of thing is draining on the parents as well because we provide dinner and snacks and it's really like having a little party. K sent me a touching powerpoint presentation for my Mother's Day present via email. It was very thoughtful, with instructions not to open before Mother's Day. He's very proud of it.
Saturday, May 10, 2008
A wedding in the family
It's a beautiful, sunny morning. A cousin of mine is having his wedding reception at home in Miami, Florida today. My mom, brother and one of my sisters will be there. They were married May 3rd in another part of the country, I guess where his wife's family lives. The couple actually live in California now. My cousin married late in life, he's about 40 years old if I remember correctly. I hope to see lots of pictures, who doesn't love a wedding?
Friday, May 9, 2008
Recordable Greeting Cards
There was a pretty Cardinal bird on my back patio this morning, we don't usually get those, mostly the mourning doves or robins.
I ended up at Hallmark looking for those recordable greeting cards and they are all sold out in Canada. They didn't realize they would be so popular. We just got M's mom a card that plays music instead.
Went for a walk and lunch with a friend. It's a gorgeous sunny day, we are having a good spring season. I also got a lot of candy to do loot bags for K's upcoming movie birthday party.
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I ended up at Hallmark looking for those recordable greeting cards and they are all sold out in Canada. They didn't realize they would be so popular. We just got M's mom a card that plays music instead.
Went for a walk and lunch with a friend. It's a gorgeous sunny day, we are having a good spring season. I also got a lot of candy to do loot bags for K's upcoming movie birthday party.
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Thursday, May 8, 2008
Duck-billed Platypus
Well, the guy from the alarm company came right on time to replace our battery so it's all done, and we'll be billed $200 or thereabouts. He was nice enough to show me how to do it and tell me where I could purchase them, we just have to remember to call the alarm company before we tamper with the box, as they'll think it's a break-in. These batteries should last a good 5 years or more, though.
I saw on TV that Hallmark is making these recordable Mother's Day cards, may be a good idea for M to get one of those for his mom as she likes cards, and recordable is even better for a more personal touch. She really needs absolutely nothing gift-wise.
We have a decorative outside wall that's crumbling in parts due to water damage, so we just re-hired the guy that fixed it 7 years ago. He's still 50% cheaper than the other quotes and seems honest. Actually, I didn't tell M that I just re-hired him, so my blog knows it first!
Think I'll go out for a walk now, as I missed the gym this morning and the sun has come out. We're having baked chicken wings and roasted zucchini and asparagus for dinner. I don't know why I always feel so busy, but I'll fold the laundry later.
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I saw on TV that Hallmark is making these recordable Mother's Day cards, may be a good idea for M to get one of those for his mom as she likes cards, and recordable is even better for a more personal touch. She really needs absolutely nothing gift-wise.
We have a decorative outside wall that's crumbling in parts due to water damage, so we just re-hired the guy that fixed it 7 years ago. He's still 50% cheaper than the other quotes and seems honest. Actually, I didn't tell M that I just re-hired him, so my blog knows it first!
Think I'll go out for a walk now, as I missed the gym this morning and the sun has come out. We're having baked chicken wings and roasted zucchini and asparagus for dinner. I don't know why I always feel so busy, but I'll fold the laundry later.
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I've always been fascinated by this little known mammal, ever since I saw it in an encyclopedia when I was a little girl:
Scientists map the genetic makeup of the platypus
Low vitamin D levels linked to depression in elderly
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
New Driver's licence
Well I just got my new driver's licence in the mail, good for another 5 years. I must say I prefer my new picture, maybe their cameras have improved or I'm looking better with age!
And the Fedex truck arrived. Think I'll go for a walk after lunch before the rain starts. My knee's a lot better today.
"Time Management" by Randy Pausch, November 2007
And the Fedex truck arrived. Think I'll go for a walk after lunch before the rain starts. My knee's a lot better today.
"Time Management" by Randy Pausch, November 2007
The busy teenage years
It's Jamaican pumpkin soup day today.
L go invited to another Sweet 16 party in June. It's going to be an expensive year for parties. She finally mailed out her own party invitations, now I have to make sure everything goes right.
The kids have a busy weekend. They are both going to friends' houses to work on group projects Friday evening. L is also working later that night. On Saturday she is interviewing for some fun volunteer work this summer, followed by a tennis lesson and maybe some more group project work. K has a lot of year end projects coming up this month, quite stressful (for me anyway). L is recertifying her first aid qualification on Sunday and maybe some more group project work. Hopefully some of us can see M's mother in the evening.
I'm stuck at home waiting for a Fedex delivery I missed yesterday. Hopefully they'll show up early like they usually do. I hate having to miss my step class. Luckily I went for a fast walk with a friend yesterday. She's so active for a 60 year old. I like people that are young at heart. She was telling me that she got her Vespa motorcycle licence last year and how difficult it was, 4 tests in all. Amazing.
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L go invited to another Sweet 16 party in June. It's going to be an expensive year for parties. She finally mailed out her own party invitations, now I have to make sure everything goes right.
The kids have a busy weekend. They are both going to friends' houses to work on group projects Friday evening. L is also working later that night. On Saturday she is interviewing for some fun volunteer work this summer, followed by a tennis lesson and maybe some more group project work. K has a lot of year end projects coming up this month, quite stressful (for me anyway). L is recertifying her first aid qualification on Sunday and maybe some more group project work. Hopefully some of us can see M's mother in the evening.
I'm stuck at home waiting for a Fedex delivery I missed yesterday. Hopefully they'll show up early like they usually do. I hate having to miss my step class. Luckily I went for a fast walk with a friend yesterday. She's so active for a 60 year old. I like people that are young at heart. She was telling me that she got her Vespa motorcycle licence last year and how difficult it was, 4 tests in all. Amazing.
News
Being prepared first step in emergency
$180 Million Lottery Winners: 'We Want A Regular Life'
Car Thieves Breaking Into Homes To Steal Keys
How To Measure Your Skin Cancer Risk At Home
Age rears its head in 'Sex and the City'
Four Tips for Getting Rid of Clutter the Eco-Friendly Way
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