How fast does 2 weeks fly by during the summer? I can scarcely believe it has been that long since I posted--or since my boy turned 8. He continues to bask in all that comes with 8-ness, and he's even looking ahead to 9-ness and beyond. How do I convince an 8 year old to embrace the moment, enjoy this sunset, don't wish away the moment? The truth is, I can't...he will figure it out on his own, in his own way like we all do.
I, on the other hand, think I'm finally getting the idea of "right now". Our summer event schedule may not sound like the most exciting itinerary, but it feels like we (or at least I) am stopping more, basking more, breathing in a little deeper, and finding a pinch more joy in the ordinary days of summer.
We've visited some far away (by car) friends whom we haven't seen in over a year. Stopped spontaneously at another friend's house to reconnect with her after a 13 YEAR absence. (my heart was full to say the least). We've taken some nature walks, some race-walks to the monument, many walks on the track so I can watch the kids play while I sweat it out. We've slip n' slided after dark, put our feet in the water feature in the yard and pretended it was a great waterfall. We've mowed the lawn into a labyrinth of sorts and left it for a day "just for fun". We've played catch (or drop, as the case may be with *some*people), frisbee, and games to which there are no actual rules, but there are, apparently, definite winners and they aren't me.
I'm heading out this weekend for the beach I haven't seen in far too long with friends I miss tremendously. On the way back home I'll visit another dear friend and her new husband for a walk around the Capitol. My niece and nephew are coming next week for a visit before we head back to their town for a reunion with my high school pals from *gasp* 20 years ago.
It's good to be busy doing things that bring joy.
I have pictures, but they'll have to wait until this afternoon....we're off
July 1, 2009
the randomness of summer
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June 16, 2009
Ocho Anos
Eight years ago today, at 7:29 a.m., you, my sweet red-headed boy, came into my life. I can say with certainty that I haven't been the same since. I remember thinking at the time, that I had just lived through the hardest part of being a mom. Little did I know that bringing you into the world was by far the easiest part...it's been a steep learning curve ever since the midwife handed your squirming body over to me. Perhaps it was a good thing that I didn't realize what I was getting into.

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June 15, 2009
Summer fun...
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June 14, 2009
Blizzard
No, I haven't continued my binge since the last post.
Ella came in and exclaimed that she had a "blizzard" just like I do. I glanced around the room, wondering if God might possibly have answered a prayer in an I-dream-of-Genie sort of way. I mean, He can do whatever he wants and how ever he wants. Alas, there was no blizzard to be found.
She stuck one of her cute, chubby feet in my face and proudly pointed at the back of her heel saying, "See, Mom, it's a blizzard just like yours!"
Lo and behold, she did have a blister just like mine. *giggle*
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June 11, 2009
*burp*
After eating my way through the fridge, and probably no less than 4 million calories today, it suddenly hit me: PMS.
I'm a slow learner, apparently.
But, in my defense, I also walked (and sort of ran.....a little) 4 miles. Plus, I did, like, 3 sit-ups. I'm sure it totally evens it out. Totally.
Here's to a little self-control tomorrow-----and a few more miles.
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June 5, 2009
Over....
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June 4, 2009
dinner is served
Come over---there's plenty.
After chopping and prepping the veggies tonight, I remembered: That feel-good effect of really "making"----preparing----dinner from scratch.
It's a good feeling. And I'm stuffed.
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