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Middle Age. My sarcastic curious, future son-in-law asked me on my birthday to describe middle age to him. (Isn't he cute?...yeah, I didn't think so either) In my attempt to answer him, I realized it's not such a bad place to be. I am more confident and self-assured than at any other point in my life. I have a perspective that can only come from extended life experience. I am able to see situations more clearly, with more wisdom and insight. It's a pretty good deal.
I just wish middle age didn't hurt so much. Seriously.... Ouch.....
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We had a lovely visit with my college roommate and her family this week -- at the beach, no less! It was wonderful to catch up with her and spend time with her darling little girls. My kids enjoyed them very much. It was a great day spent with a truly lovely family. Also, I realized that my roommate reads my blog! It was kind of strange, since she knew pretty much everything that was going on in my life, but I was in the dark about hers. But we caught up the old-fashioned way -- we talked:) It was actually quite a time-saver! I didn't need to yack on and on about my life (lucky for her!!) and could be more gracious by listening and asking questions about her life. They were hospitable as all get out--offering us food, drink, showers, and medicine for sun-induced headaches. Thank you T,S,B,&T for a lovely day. Also, Mr. and Mrs. R. thank you for your hospitality. It was great to see you all.
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We are having a HEAT WAVE here in New Hampshire. Temps in the 90s and even up in the low 100s!!! High humidity. Ugh. Not just uncomfortable, but dangerous. My husband works outside in it, with heavy equipment which generates its own heat. Because he is so stubborn dedicated, he doesn't really slow down or make many accommodations for the intense heat besides drinking more water, despite my nagging loving concern. I feel a bit guilty during the day, that I am so comfortable here at home in our central A/C while he is slaving away in the heat, but I am so glad he has the A/C to come home to. Also, we can sleep during these heat waves, when most of our family and friends are having a hard time sleeping. I remember those days (umm..just last year..and the 44 years before that!) Sticky, sweaty sheets, hair clinging to the back of my neck, hot pillow, trying to aim the fan to that it hits both of us...until someone rolls over onto his side and blocks it! Oh boy...I hope the heat breaks soon.
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Sammy has been without his tonsils and adenoids for 24 hours now. What a trooper! He was pretty scared yesterday morning, but the doctor and nurses were so kind and wonderful to him, it brought tears to my eyes. Ok, well, there were already tears in my eyes thinking of my little guy "under the knife", but still. He was kind of agitated upon waking up from the anesthesia--the doctor described him as a "grizzly bear cub rolling around" in his confusion (actually a pretty accurate description of Sammy)--but he's been an excellent patient for the most part. He even slept great all through the night. Thank you, Vicodin. (would it really be wrong to give all the kids a dose at, say 8pm every night??? OK, OK, I know...I was just kidding...mostly) He's hungry, though, and ice cream and popsicles aren't cutting it anymore...
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It's funny...every year, just about 2 weeks after I finish homeschooling for the year, all of a sudden, I am caught up on laundry, the house looks neater and my "to-do list" is dwindling. It's uncanny. What could be the connection????? I have a bigger "to-do list" this summer, due to the move and starting a new job in August, but I am slowly knocking it down. It feels good.
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My kids have discovered and fallen in love with the show "Full House." Remember, the show with the Tanners: Danny, DJ, Stephanie and Michelle (played by the Olsen twins)? What a sweet, wholesome family show. Very strong family values. I am happy that my kids love it. The problem? It is run on Teen Nick, which means the commercials are so completely inappropriate, disgusting even, that I have to wonder if there is an agenda behind it all. Why run such a family-oriented show, knowing the audience it will draw, and then show sexually graphic commercials promoting their disgusting show, Degrassi (I refuse to link it). It is highly frustrating.
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My children have a "new cousin" for the next two weeks. My sister-in-law's family is hosting a Fresh Air Kid this year. He is originally from Tibet and India, and lives in NYC now. He asked my nephew how many languages he spoke (answer: one! with a little Latin vocab thrown in) as this boy, K., speaks five languages! He is polite, curious, courteous and engaging. We will enjoy getting to know him better!
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Our rule for that show is that it is either paused and watched delayed so we can ff through the commercials or we record it to get the same effect. Teen Nick is awful!!!! ugh.
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