Spring

It's finally starting to feel like spring! My sister came down to Dubuque today. She was looking for a new outfit for her grandson's baptism. I don't go out much any more, mostly because I just plain can't afford it. Being off work for over 3 weeks was a bit expensive, but I'm in recovery mode and doing much better. Back to shopping . . . first things first -- we had to have breakfast. We went to Village Inn and my breakfast was terrific! I love eating breakfast out!! It also gave us some time to talk. I had planned on attending Beth's 30th birthday party and Easter at my sister's . . . but at the last moment I didn't go. Cost had a lot to do with it. I'm sorry I missed Beth's party. Sounds like it was a lot of fun, and the pictures on Facebook look like it was a lot of fun!! Bets, I do have a gift for you!!!!

I spent Easter Sunday alone. I had invited a couple of co-workers to dinner but they declined because of other obligations they had. It was a quiet weekend. Before I even started this blog (thanks to my daughter-in-law Mandy) I read about blogging. The one article that stayed with me was one that said blogging is a way to remind yourself of what you've done previously or plan on doing. I do pretty good on writing things down, and then I go weeks without. Mandy was a big reason I have this blog, she even taught to how to change my background (or gave me the courage to change it). Thanks so much Mandy! It is a great way to express yourself and, if lucky, get comments from your friends and family.

Glee and I continued our Sunday adventure with going out to Dress Barn. She tried on a number of items and finally found something she liked. She looks great in it! (Ron did you read that comment!) I couldn't let her have all the fun and I tried some things on too. I have a birthday party coming up (Charlotte is turning one) and thought maybe I could find something springy to wear to the party. I did finally decide on a couple of tops. Nothing special, but something I can wear to work or out after work. I also got a check in the mail this morning (i don't pick my mail up very often) so had a little extra in my checking account. Sometimes you just have to go with the flow!!

We made a stop at Kohl's. Got all my little people taken care of too now. Last stop was the grocery store. I hate grocery shopping. You spend a lot of money on food that you can't even keep! But I bought some comfort food (fruits I like) and a few essentials. My driver (Glee) brought me home and I lugged my stuff up the stairs, put away what had to be and took a nap! Why am I so tired all the time??

I live a pretty boring life. That's probably why I don't go anywhere!! Well, the next two weekends are busy. Charlotte's party is this next weekend and the following weekend is Tristan's baptism. I'm looking forward to going to both. My camera will be busy, especially at Charlotte's party. She's such a lively little thing and I love her to death. Can't wait to see her again!!

I just finished watching last week's episode of Survivor. How can those people not want to get rid of Russell? What a villain! He's the best. I even liked Boston Rob this time around. I feel sorry for Coach and never liked him either. I can remember the first couple of years, there were alliances and some scheming, but nothing like they do today!! I suppose that's why it's such a popular show. I had a Board of Director's meeting on Thursday night so missed it and only thought of it this afternoon. I'm also a big fan of "Shark" which was on CBS years ago. James Wood was the main character. It's now on our ION channel on Sunday nights. Two episode's a night. I enjoy watching them again, some I remember, other's I probably didn't even see. Gives a person something to do!!!

I've put away the majority of my winter clothes. Some days I don't think that was a very good idea, but I did keep out a couple of long-sleeved shirts I can still wear. I have some mending to do. Last time Barb and I went shopping I got a pair of brown dress pants and have wore then twice, the last time they were washed I noticed the hem on the one leg was completely gone. Hung them up but now will definitely have to fix them as I have a number of tops that look great with them. I hate mending!! I remember when I sewed a lot of clothes for Barb. She had some really cute dresses when she was about 2-3. That was fun, and now I hardly look at patterns or do anything with my sewing machine. My sister makes quilts and I keep telling her I'll take one with blues and lavenders in it. Hint, Hint!!!

I have state meetings coming up in Des Moines too. But before I go down there for that I have a couple of state reports that have to be done. They're on the top of my list for this next week's work. My receptionist has been out of the office for a few days and I'm expecting more days off to come. Her husband, John, is very sick. He was in the hospital last week for a few days. I think he was able to come home over the weekend. Guess I'll find that out tomorrow. He has cancer and the outlook is not very good. Say a pray for John and Donna. It's been a rough year for both of them. They've been together since they were 14 and married over 40 years. They have a wonderful relationship, with two great sons and grandchildren. Keep them in your prayers. When Donna is out of the office, I usually take the reception desk in the afternoons. Thank goodness we're not real busy right now. We're not booked with 4 or 5 clients per half hour like we are during fuel season. The only problem with me being downstairs is I don't get my work done upstairs. But at the present time it's more important for Donna to be with John than me complaining about my work. I can get a lot done in the mornings, and if I could get my butt out of bed in the mornings, could go in early and get a lot done! I can be such a sleepy head!!!

I think I've rambled on enough. Hope this finds all well. To those of you that read it, leave a comment once in a while (that way I'll know someone is reading it). I'm sure next week I'll have scads of pictures of my precious granddaughter. Birthdays are fun, even when you get old!

God Bless All!

I'm anxiously waiting for Friday. I'm finally getting my hair cut and permed. It's really looked bad the last few weeks. I can get in Friday, so Sarah here I come!! It'll be nice to be able to do something with it again.