It's been a crazy, busy week for me. It's always this way at the end of the school year. But, amidst all the hecticness I found three things to be grateful for:
1. I'm so grateful and happy that Geoff took me to a movie on Saturday night, even though he didn't want to. When I first suggested it (earlier in the day) he seemed interested, but when it was nearing time to leave I could tell he didn't want to. He admitted he really wasn't all that interested in seeing the movie I had picked (Sunshine Cleaning). Though when it first came out I thought he said he wanted to see it. Oh well. Anyway, I told him it was OK if we stayed home, but I was bit disappointed. He immediately changed his mind and he went - happily. That made me so glad. AND we both really liked the movie!
2. I'm so thankful that I was able to attend my cousin Aime's bridal shower on Sunday afternoon. It was an excellent chance to see all my female cousins and my aunts (people I don't see often enough. And lately when I have seen them it has been under sad circumstances). It was so nice for us to have a chance to be together celebrating a happy occasion. And I'm also thankful that after the shower, Sandy (my step mom) invited us over to her house for dinner with her and my Dad. It was nice not to have to cook, but just being able to so casually spend time with my family is something I am extremely grateful for. I lived in AZ (away from all of our family) for 14 1/2 years and I missed out on lots of family events - big and small. I am eternally grateful to be back in RI - near all the people that I love.
3. I am so grateful that I have a boss who is so willing to be flexible when it comes to needing time off for family obligations. Pat, the library director, never bats an eye when I request time off to attend parent meetings, chaperone field trips, watch classroom skits or go on two week vacations with my family. Even if I ask her at the last possible moment. I realize that this is rare and I'm thankful because otherwise I wouldn't be able to keep this job that I absolutely love. Because as much as I love it, it's more important to me to be on those field trips, see those skits and especially to go on those family vacations. So, thank you Pat.
OK, I know I said I had three things to be thankful for, but #4 is happening as we "speak":
4. And lastly, I am thankful that right this very minute, Katie and Madeleine are actually upstairs in one of their bedrooms having a REAL conversation with each other. Full of whispering and girlish giggles. My girls rarely have any "fun" conversations with each other. This one started as a result of the HS orientation meeting that Madeleine attended tonight. I think she asked Katie a question about one of the clubs and soon they were talking all about HS. And before I knew it, they were actually talking and being silly together. It feels like Christmas and my birthday all in one! I think I'll just stay down here for awhile and not spoil the magic by going upstairs and telling them it's time for bed. Some things are more important than a reasonable bedtime.
Thursday, May 21, 2009
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Oh, amen to your last point!!! I LOVE the (rare) moments my girls spend happily bonding (and then it can turn in an instant - but we're not gonna talk about THAT on Thankful Thursday!)
Morning, checking in from SITS. I have a 3 and 4 year old so if they are whispering it's usually mischief!
Wow, it's Thursday already. I'm thankful to be part of YOUR Thankful Thursday. Sunday's dinner was MY pleasure. I'm thankful for having time spent in my kitchen talking with Katie (about Woodstock if you can believe it) while Madeleine created a playlist of music on my computer and I could overhear you and Geoff talking with your Dad at the dining table after dinner. A REAL family Sunday dinner. I LOVE IT!
To number four: I thought I was the only one. I love it when my girls actually act like they like each other. Growing up they were closer than anything. Cay even belted one toddler in the tummy for yelling at her sister and saying that a piece of glass Sephie thought was treasure wasn't treasure.
That giggly conversation between the girls...how sweet!
I miss family so much! I've always lived away from mine in my married life, and I've wished so many times we were closer to my family.
When you talk about your girls having those giggly conversations, I really relate and agree. My twin girls are back and forth on how they relate and get along. I love it when it's friendly and loving and they seem to rely on each other. Many moments, hell days, they argue way too much. Cherish what you can I say!
Number four is awesome!! It makes all the annoying bickering times worth it, doesn't it?
Tammy - Yeah, the nice conversation can turn just. like. that. I know, I know!
Mathea - Thanks for stopping by and commenting. I really do appreciate it. I remember those days when quiet kids meant trouble! Not so much anymore. LOL!
Sandy - It WAS a real Sunday dinner. I enjoyed how comfortable and relaxed it was as well. We should try to do it more often.
Alex - You are not alone. My girls have always fought with each other. It has actually gotten better with time.
Ronnica - That giggly conversation was music to my ears!
Anita - It IS so hard to be away from family, especially when your kids are little. I do cherish every moment when my girls are interacting with each other in a positive way. I wish it happened more often.
so there is hope that my girls will be friends.
Terra - There is always hope. I'm hoping for the same thing. These "friendly" moments between my girls are few and far between.
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