Twenty-eight years later

Last evening, we went to the final performance of our high school musical.  It was absolutely wonderful.  The kids did an absolutely fantastic job.  We were so very, very impressed.  Thomas has to go back today for the set strike.  Overall he has really enjoyed getting to be a part of this.

As we were dropping him off at the cast party, I realized that exactly twenty-eight years ago, I was enjoying the final performance of my high school musical experiences.  For several reasons, we didn't have a musical my senior year.  My junior year, we performed South Pacific.  I was the student director.  I loved absolutely everything about it.  It was definitely one of my favorite memories from high school.  I made life-long friends being involved.  It hasn't worked out the quite the same for Thomas, but that is another post.  I can't believe an entire generation has come around, and that my kids are in high school!

A fun way to end a challenging week

This has been a challenging week.  On the upside, most of the challenges do not directly involve our family.  On the downside, most of them indirectly do involve our family.  It's been a tough week to adult.  I've seen so many behaviors from kids that are not only poor choices, some of them have been down right dangerous.  Some of them have been incredibly dangerous.  I'm grateful that we are somewhat removed, but overall it has been a tough week to process.  I've sent up lots and lots of prayers on behalf of many parents and kids all week.

Today is a fun way to end the week though.  It is Ag day at our high school.  For the third year in a row, I've been able to be the sub while the teacher is running the day with the elementary students.  Most of her morning students are involved, so I've only had about five students in each class.  It's fun to see the elementary kids come through, and I've enjoyed seeing some of the teachers I know, and some who are friends.  I always enjoy being here on this day, and I'm particularly grateful that it falls today.

This weekend Andrew has a couple of baseball games and it is show weekend for the production Thomas has been working on.  We may not necessarily have much time together, but each of us has a chance to have some time to relax.  Even though we still have two weeks until Spring Break, we only have 27 school days overall until the end of the school year!

March did not go out like a lamb

Sunday, the last day of March, was definitely not a "lamb" kind of weather day.  It was sunny, but COLD.  Several weeks ago Andrew and I had decided to attend the Reds game.  We knew it could be chilly, but had seats in the sun.  It turned out to be the second coldest first pitch in Great American Ballpark history.  Ugh!  It was a pretty empty stadium, so we actually ended up sitting in seats in our section that were higher.  The clouds were heavy and there wasn't much sun, plus the higher seats blocked the wind.  It was definitely not a "lamb" weather day!  Unfortunately, the Reds bats were more on the lamb side, and we didn't get to see a winner.

We are having a few really nice days here right now, and this Saturday it is going to be absolutely wonderful!  Spring is springing!

Under 30

After today, there are only 29 days remaining in the school year!  Definitely the fastest one yet.

I am in an art class today, and got to spend time with one of my very favorite students.  His mom and I are friends, and he is a senior.  He has been through a lot in his young life, but has pushed through and accomplished a great deal.  Speaking to him this morning has helped to renew my faith in the next generation.  I will miss seeing him around school next year!

Yesterday was a very productive day at home, and I'm so grateful for it.  I got so much done around the house, and still had time to relax and rest.  It was exactly what I needed for my day.  I felt kind of iffy all day, but feel much better today.  I'm grateful I took the day just for me.

The days are going by so quickly!

So grateful for the little moments today

I am not working today.  I intended to be.  There was a job I knew would be available today, and my alarm was set to get up and go in.  However, it was a rough night of sleep, and I decided to stay home today.  It is a job I don't particularly like, and I decided being home with my pets was better for me today.  I know how selfish that sounds, but I don't regret my decision.  And I've already been asked to work tomorrow, so that is still four days this week I'll be scheduled.

I am so grateful for the sunshine and the warmer temps, and the birds chirping.  I am so grateful for my sweet dog and one of our cats to be curled up together and literally cuddling with me on the couch.  I am so, so grateful for these peaceful moments.

Yesterday was not peaceful.  I was in my favorite sub job in the building.  I love it!  The kids are awesome and it's just a great job.  However, we learned some very difficult news about the teen daughter of some friends.  It is not publication, but it shows how quickly unhealthy teen relationships can become dangerous.  I am angry and having trouble processing, and I had the young man who is causing problems in class yesterday.  It was tough for me.

I love the fact that my sweet animals are curled up here with me, and I've got over 4 hours until Catherine gets home this evening.  I'm going to enjoy my day of peace!

Work is slowing way down

I am not scheduled again this week until Friday.  I would love to pick up another day, but I am also okay if I don't work again until Friday.  Honestly, life is just too short to worry about things I can not control.  My family is healthy, mostly happy, and it is supposed to be gorgeous weather over the next few days.  I am just going to soak it all in, remember to slow down, enjoy some quiet time, and count my blessings!

April is here

There have already been 90 days in 2019.  I'm not even sure how that is possible.  Warp speed folks, warp speed.

Counting today, we still have 14 school days before we will finally arrive at spring break.  After break, there are only 18 days of school remaining for the year.  I am crazy emotional about my little ones (who are not little) growing up and moving on with their lives, but I am super proud of them at the same time.

Today is sunny but chilly, but it really looks as though we are heading into spring weather.  I am not sad about that at all!