I tweeted yesterday that my boys had sent me on a scavenger hunt here at the house. My oldest held my hand and led me in the right direction from note to note to make sure that I didn’t miss anything. His eyes lit up like infinite rays of sunshine. Smiles as wide as the sky. “We worked really hard on this Mom. It took a lot of effort.”
Archive for February, 2010
My Absolute Best Valentine’s Ever
February 15, 2010Happy Valentine’s Day
February 14, 2010It’s a gorgeous sunny day in Jacksonville Florida. There is a chill in the air but you can’t help wanting to be outside today. My 3 boys and I…yes Hubby is included as one of my boys…are spending this Valentine’s Day as a family. We are doing a few things around the house and then going out for a family Valentine’s date.
Happy Birthday Mom
February 13, 2010Last year I threw a 50th birthday party for my Mom. It was not a surprise because…well, in all honesty she might not have shown up. ;-) I had to inform her of the celebration in order to assure that we wouldn’t be celebrating her birthday without her. It was a night filled with family, friends and love. I think it should be a requirement in life, that you be given at least one BIG party where you are the guest of honor and people are there to tell you why you are special to them. It is nice to hear what you mean to someone else once in a while. Mom was on cloud nine that night. The guests really filled her heart and lifted her spirits.
Ordinary Monday Until…
February 8, 2010I made a vow to my boys to work less hours this year. That is easier said than done…especially when you work from home. I find myself justifying the time I spend at my desk more often than not…”Well, at least I am at home. If they need me I am only steps away. I need to do this to pay for their college tuition in the years to come. I won’t work this coming weekend. I’ll log off at 7:00.” You get the picture. It is a vicious cycle for those of us with a home office. It’s just easier to “be here.”