Fun

 Yesterday's PLP subsided by mid morning, allowing me to thoroughly enjoy the rest of my day. Timmy offered to let me borrow some of his meteorites and other space rocks so that I could show them to my students. My goodness, I under estimated the excitement that would be elicited by every single student when I asked them if they wanted to hold a piece of Mars. From preschool to high school, each student eagerly grasped the opportunity and thoroughly enjoyed exploring the different items. It was a fun day full of smiles and excitement.

Today the excitement will continue as Robby is moving home after the successful completion of his Sophomore year. I can't believe that he is 1/2 of the way through with his degree! This semester he has really come into his own. Although I know he is going to miss his college lifestyle, I am looking forward to having him home.

As a family, we opted to handle the move-out differently this year. Robby has a lot of anxiety involving move-out because last year it ultimately led to Scott's heart attack. In order to minimize the amount of effort needed on a single day, we have spent the past few weeks and days ferrying boxes and bags from the dorm to home. Today we only have to move bedding, his laptop, refrigerator and microwave. It *should* be easy!

Wish us luck! 

PLP

My not-so-phantom pain has decided to make an unannounced visit and it appears that she has settled in to stay for awhile. My bouts of plp are short compared to some of my friends who suffer horribly and constantly, so I really try to not complain when I have a flare. But I also recognize that my flares still cause me pain and my discomfort shouldn't be minimized through comparison. I am lucky that I don't flare often, but I am miserable when it occurs.

I'm hoping that the pain will work out as I go through my day. Unfortunately today is going to be very busy as I typically log the most steps on Thursdays. The constant twitching through my limb is driving me crazy and it is only 7 AM. UGH! Sometimes being an amputee really sucks, and today is one of those days. 

Wish me luck and hope that the pain walks itself out. 

Done In Due Course

 Yesterday was rough. I had been dreading the day for several weeks because I knew that the meetings scheduled were going to be both long and tenuous. I wasn't incorrect. I walked into the meeting at 10 and didn't leave until nearly 3, working through lunch and all bathroom breaks. By the time I arrived home I had only logged 2k miles on my pedometer, but my body and mind were drained.  

Thankfully today my calendar is meeting light so I get to spend the majority of my time with my students. It is hard to believe that we are entering the final month of the school year. I look at their growth and I am so proud of all of them! It has been an amazing experiencing becoming part of their lives for a few months. 

Have a good day. I'm certainly going to try! 

Birthday Wrap Up

 Timmy thoroughly enjoyed his birthday weekend. Friday morning we kicked off the day by going to Waffle House for breakfast. Because it was a wonky work day, I was able to take him to Hibachi for lunch, which is always an absolute favorite. For dinner he opted to keep it simple by celebrating with cheese fries and chicken tenders from his favorite local pizza restaurant.  For dessert, we had ice cream cake of course!

In between the numerous restaurant visits, Scott and I were able to assemble his gift. Timmy was delighted (although not surprised) to receive his new electric dirt bike. He spent the majority of the afternoon tooling around the house and through the woods on his new bike. 

Saturday we met my Mom and sister for lunch at Red Robin, so the eating out celebration continued. His Nana gifted him protective equipment for his new bike, which is both needed and much appreciated. As soon as the rain subsided after we got home Timmy geared up and headed back on his bike.

Yesterday Timmy rode and played on his swing for the majority of the afternoon while I cooked a week's worth of meals. Although it is a lot of effort and I am usually exhausted by the end of the day, I have learned to appreciate my efforts after a long day at work. This week is going to be both busy and stressful. Hopefully it will be a good one!

Happy Birthday Timmy!!

 Today is one of my favorite days of the year because it is the day I became a Momom for the second time.  Happy Birthday to my sweet, mischievous, precocious, kind, curious and funny Timmy (aka Hamlet).  I can't believe I am waking up this morning as the Mom of a preteen. I am excited (and somewhat intimidated) by the adventures that lie ahead for my little Hamlet. 

Timmy seems to find situations that are always interesting, unexpected and fodder for conversations, probably because he loves to make people laugh. He is my little performing comedian. Sometimes, when he is in the middle of one of his joke bits, I can see him in the future on a stage or being interviewed. After he makes it bit, I fully expect him to apologize in a public forum for the chaos that he brought into his mother's life when he was a young child trying to perfect his craft.  :)

Happy Birthday Hamlet. I love you to the moon and back, and being your Mom is one of my greatest achievements. You drive me crazy and you frustrate me to tears, but you also melt my heart and make me laugh more than anybody else.  I love you! 

 

Coffee

 It is difficult to fathom that tomorrow morning I will be the Momom to a 12 year old! At the same time, the aches and popping that my body experiences each morning reminds me of my age, so I really shouldn't be surprised by the passage of time. Regardless, the next few days are all about Timmy and I'm ready to celebrate.

To say that he is excited about his birthday would be an understatement. He has been counting down for over a month while dropping not-so-subtle hints about coveting an electric dirt bike.  I'm not going to drop any spoilers, but I suspect that he will be delighted with his birthday. At least, that is our goal.

 Even though his birthday isn't until tomorrow, our family has been in celebration mode for a few days. Each morning I have been surprising Timmy with a favorite breakfast as we countdown to Friday. Each evening he has been happily swinging on his new swing set in the backyard, delighted with his new set up. 

Today is going to be busy. My schedule is packed and I am going to all of my energy to get through the day.  My energy and probably a few more cups of coffee.  Have a great day! 

Temperatures

These wild temperature fluctuations are crazy!  Last week I was melting in the 90s, while this morning I'm bundled up under blankets and cursing the fact that I have already stowed my gloves for the season. I know that I am in the majority, but right now I prefer the cooler temperatures. My leg fit is more consistently comfortable when I do not add sweat to the mix. 

I only have five more weeks left in this school year. Do you think my leg will make it until the end of the term? My the odds be in my favor.  LOL