My birthday was Sunday. The big 4-3! How can it be that I am 43 years old already? Does life pass this quickly for everyone, or is it just me? I honestly don't feel 43. Maybe because I'm immature and I still need my mom when I'm sick or lonely. I spent the day basking in the warm glow of my four precious blessings from heaven. Tom left early, so Addie, Sam, and I went to church at nine. I felt a little awkward sitting there on a whole row all by myself, but pretty soon Chris Ellis came to join me and it wasn't so bad after that. Once church was over, we picked up Chelcie and Drew and had delicious lunch at Moe's! Cloudy, cold, rainy day! After lunch, we made a run by Kroger for some provisions, then spent the entire day at home in front of a warm fire. The kids and I made red and green M&M cookies and the house smelled oh so yummy! As long we were stayed clear of Buffet, that is! She is still battling a nasty infection on her side. Tom wants to have her put down because she is so old, but other than the infection, she's getting along pretty well. She did struggle with the stairs this morning though...
Monday was a regular, back-to-school day. But Monday night was the West Valley Christmas party at the Sunsphere. We sat with April and Scott, Sherry Storms, and Kevin and Lydia Fowler. I enjoyed laughing with my school family.
Today was the highlight of the week, so far. I had the honor of being a selected guest on Hallerin Hill's WBIR Education Special to be aired December 16th from 7-8pm. I arrived at the studio at the same time John Becker did. He introduced himself to me and then I headed into "makeup" for a little "celebrity" treatment! The lady who did my make up said she was a chef and plans to open a concession trailer on Broadway and Central this summer with gormet tamales. Quite an interesting conversation. She is a 45 year old grandmother of one with another on the way. Her daughter is 21 and son is 9 and attends Mount Olive Elementary School. Then I had some publicity photos made by myself and then some with John and then some more with Hallerin and some with Hallerin and John. The whole experience was surreal to me!
After photos and makeup, it was time to get ready for the interview. YIKES! Talk about intimidation! I was with "professionals" here. Who was I to be in the presence of greatness? Everyone was incredibly nice to me! Hallerin, as always, made me feel right at home, just like I belonged there. John was interested and friendly. The camera guys, sound guys, producers and other folks were all so kind to me. John asked me at least 20 tough questions about school and Reach Them. I tried not to mess up too much and just prayed the whole time that God would speak through me. I didn't cry, which is a first for me, and everyone said I did a great job when it was over. Whether they really meant it or not, it sure did make me feel good. I hope Hallerin was pleased and will be able to find usuable "stuff" to include on the show.
Afterward, I headed home to "Momma" to share the gory details of my morning in "Hollywood." She was very supportive and encouraging as all mommas should be. I need to take note of that! For some reason I felt compelled to open my heart to her today and out came all my "junk." She was glad that I talked to her, and encouraged me not to keep so much inside. Easier said than done! At least for me. Before I knew it, Dad was home and it was time to pick the kids up from school.
After school, we had a special treat- ice cream at Sonic! We picked up Olivia and took her a long with us. Of course, she wanted to come over and play, so we went home for some downtime. Fortunately, "grandmom" called and said she'd made way too much soup and wanted us to come up to eat with her and "Papaw." THAT took some convincing! Olivia came along too and we enjoyed talking together in the dining room over our soup and crackers. Feels so good to have a place to call home. I hope I can provide such a place for my "adult" children.
Back home, Tom was not back from Jasper yet, so we just read books and got school stuff ready for tomorrow. I tied ribbons onto cookies for Mrs. Savage for her Christmas around the world activity. Nice to have some mindless task to focus attention on. Tom got home about 7:30. Just in time to say goodnight to the kids. Drew is quiet and spends his afternoons on the computer, or watching TV. Hearing about a lot of layoffs lately. Thankful to have a job...and tenure!
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