Today was the first day I dropped both of the kids off at school and came home to an empty house. It was a bit odd and I didn't quite know what to do with myself. I thought about going for a run but I haven't run for so long and it's hard on my knees (man, it sucks getting old), so I settled on a bike ride. It was so nice! The weather was perfect- nice and cool so I didn't work up too much of a sweat. It's easier on me than running (except my poor butt!) but my legs still got a nice work out. I think I've officially converted to bike riding. I think I'll go tomorrow!
I didn't have much time until it was time to go back and pick up Zachary from morning kindergarten. And to save myself from driving to Riverdale three times in one day, he and I hung out while we waited for Karter to get out.
We were on a mission today- to find a pink boy shirt. Zach told me he needed a pink shirt to wear for pink day next week (they wear a different color everyday while they learn about colors). I love that he is such a boy but is secure enough to wear pink. Never thought I'd be searching for a pink shirt for my boy. (We found one at Old Navy on clearance- score!)
We also went to the pet store to look at lizards, fish, birds, hamsters and rats! The girl was telling us what great pets rats are. And she sold me! Never thought I'd want a rat for a pet but now I'm trying to talk Rich into getting one for the kids. Right now, he says "hell no" so we'll see.
We also hung out at the mall playground where Zachary proceeded to show off his running skills to the other kids. He is actually pretty dang fast. But also, a total show-off. And I intended on finishing my book but ended up taking a little snooze. At the mall! I've been so tired.
Picked up Karter from school and had a little chat with his teacher about some issues he is having in class. He is such a sweet, smart, creative, unique kid and it's frustrating to have to deal with this stuff when I know he can do the work. We're going to try something different next week and see if that works. If it doesn't, his teacher thinks we should get him tested for ADD so I really hope it works.
Such a mundane day, but these are the days I love. Not having to go to work (which I really dread nowadays) and being able to spend time with my kids and just hang out. These are the days I want to remember.
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Dick and Gwen
Disneyland adventure 2008
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- Gwendolyn
- My cute little fam consists of me, my partner in crime Dick, and our little monkeys: Karter and Zachary. My sweet, dedicated husband is trying to build my dream life for me. But for the time being, I have two full time jobs- mommyhood and a piece of cake desk job with an awesome boss. We stay super busy but have lots of fun in the process. I've become obsessed with scrapbooking lately. I've done it for years but never really had the time. I still don't but now I have my little scrap cubby that I don't have to clean up for dinner, etc. It makes things much easier and now I can scrap when I have a few minutes. Which is really not that often but I'm grateful for what I have.
Those are my favorite kinds of days too:) Just simple easy going relaxing days with my boys or boy. I'm sorry your having trouble with Karter, that's seriously why I want to get this school open, it cuts down on the ADD kids because it engages them. I won't go into my big spill of why I love it so much but you and Dick really should come to a meeting and see why it's so awesome. The next one is Thursday September 22nd. Write it down! :) IDK, I want it sooo badly and I don't know if it'll happen anymore.
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I'm sorry you are having problems with Karter and his school. We have gone through a lot this past year with Chase and it seriously SUCKS! I just decided that I don't care what the Dr.'s say and we do what we think is right for OUR kid. The school psychologist was great that did his evaluation. But, it is a tough thing on everyone involved. I agree with Ash about our school, it would really cut down on the problems these teachers state the kids have. The kids are smart but bored. I hope you guys do okay! Good luck.
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