Whew! What a week. We had something almost every day, and you know how I feel about that.
:: Nicholas graduated from preschool on Monday. And thus concludes my role as the mother of preschoolers. Sniff.
:: Tuesday was Mikey’s 8th birthday! As if Nicholas’s graduation wasn’t enough of a reminder that time marches on.
:: I spent most of Wednesday putting together teacher’s gifts. I didn’t recognize myself! Usually I’m slamming my car into a Vons parking space the morning of the last day of school and blindly upending gift certificate end caps into my cart.
:: Intent on making the world counter-rotate, I dropped off all the teacher’s gifts on Thursday–a full day early. Who? What?
:: You know what Friday is? IT’S THE LAST DAY OF SCHOOL. In the words of the inimitable Nicholas, “BOOYA.”
:: Saturday should be interesting. I’m going back into program for my disordered eating. I gave myself a break until summer vacation started, and here I am. I wanted to have as easy a schedule as possible to allow myself to deal with the withdrawals and the overall malaise that comes with “Why me; It’s not fair.” That usually doesn’t last more than 4 days, and the serenity that follows is worth the temporary urge to bite the heads off baby animals. I want to greet my 40th birthday feeling mentally and physically strong.
:: Speaking of strength, I’m going to spend Sunday making a business plan for the blog. I had an email exchange on Thursday that I can best describe as equal turns amusing and aggravating. I got the impression someone I worked for considers me and my blog to be to the left of zero. Small potatoes. An insignificant blip on a large radar and not worthy of her time. While that may be true, it won’t be for long. I’m excited by the challenge to grow and develop this blog beyond the expectations of some. It’s on like Donkey Kong.
The last two are kind of weird, huh? They start off not sounding positive at all. Just proof that good can come out of bad.
Have a happy, happy weekend, everyone!
In the UK there is another 6 weeks of school. My children Are Not Impressed.
Good luck with the eating programme. x
I wouldn’t be impressed, either! ;) Did they start later? We started in August.
Not until September- usually around the 6th. It’s not helping much though!
Your blog is anything but left of zero. I’m so impressed you have the guts to go do the eating program. Best wishes!
Thanks! I’m not scared to do it, because I’ve done it before. I’m just scared to do it and stop doing it…because I’ve done that before, too.
Awesome that you are joining a program to get help. I realized a few months ago that I weigh one pound less than the day before I gave birth to Sam. Not so much a eating disorder problem, but mostly a taking the clean your plate mantra I was taught growing up one step further and also cleaning everyone else’s plate . I think I am getting real close to breaking that habit (and some others) and wish you all the best for reaching your goal of a stronger and healthier you.
Happy, Happy Weekend!!
Mine is more of a eating your emotions/not getting enough sleep/snacking instead of eating meals kind of thing. Happy weekend to you, too!
that sounds like me. Can you tell us more about the program you’re following (if you don’t mind)? I’ve done Weight Watchers a bunch of times and have been successful taking the weight off, but I always end up putting it back on sooner or later…
I just emailed you. :)
Any chance I could get that email too? Like Karen, WW works for a bit but I’m so tired of putting the weight back on, plus a few more!
Done!
i would love to know what you’re doing as well. i need some inspiration as well. i remember you mentioning something a while back. is it the same? WW is great but I am not disciplined enough for the paperwork. i let the stress overtake me the last few months and have not been eating great. when will i learn to take care of myself too?! you’re blog is fab by the way and i’ll shout it from the rooftops!!!
Thank you, Roni! Yes, I will email you right now. It’s what I did a couple of years ago, when I lost the 50 lbs. It’s the ONLY thing that works for me. (I haven’t gained back all the 50 pounds. A little less than half.)
me too, please…
GASP! What? Are you kidding me?! Less than zero? LESS THAN ZERO? Granted, I know it wasn’t actually stated, but to even insinuate. That’s just rude–and ridiculous. But, yes, sometimes people like that are the ones who spur us onward . . . if nothing else than to show ’em. And by George you will!
So here’s to you {and those ridiculously cute boys} and getting healthy–and making it big! :)
Yep, I want to show that person up for suggesting I’m a nothing. Of course, I have to keep reminding myself that vengeance doesn’t get anyone far in the end. I’ll worry about that another day. ;)
Vengeance? Never. You’re just kindly showing them the error of their ways. Of course, by then you’ll be much too important to associate with them. But that’s neither here, nor there . . . :)
My babies are leaving middle school next week…it marches so fast I feel a little like I got in its path and it’s flattened me. And serenity (and the programs that bring them) are all good. The need for regular maintenance kinda sucks, but the benefits are so worth it. Wishing you luck on that one. And on blog growing. Been pondering that one myself. Today is my last day of school, and I’m looking forward to turning my attention to some things I’ve had to put off. After I catch up on some sleep!
“…it marches so fast I feel a little like I got in its path and it’s flattened me.”
So, so true. Sleep will be nice, too! I think that’s one of the reasons I responded to that person the way I did.
Inimitable =your blog. I wish you the best and “happy, happy” in whatever you choose to do. Remember, small potatoes are sweeter. Have a wonderful weekend!
Oh, I like that small potatoes comment.
Re: less than zero
Small-minded people-Who-Think-They-Aren’t can be so petty and get on my last nerve.
Thanks be to our Father who blesses us in immeasurable ways that allow us to “fill up our wells” with things that matter, like meaningful relationships. These things make for an enriched life–beyond that of a middle school-like accounting of successes based on man’s egocentric measurements…
When one considers what’s REALLY important, who is the insignificant one? You seem to have your priorities in pretty good order…
Very well said, as always.
I happen to think a whole lot of your blog, as do MANY, I know!!! so just forget that ONE person!
Thanks, Michelle. I think forgetting them is a great idea.
Wow – big doings in your world this week! Good luck with all your endeavors – and if you are willing to share the food plan, I’d be really interested in hearing more about it.
My big girl turns 23 tomorrow, and the “baby” will be 15 the day after that. :( I know she will be in college before I realize it’s happened.
Sorry, Susan! I missed your comment. Yes, I will do a post about the meal plan soon. :)
I get excited by the thought of the end of school and I don’t even have kids! I just like the buzz of it.
I’ll be thinking of you this weekend! I think it was smart to give yourself a break and be realistic about the effort the change will make. Having a birthday coming up is a good way to motivate.
Yes, it’s going to be hard…but I know I will feel so good for it in the end. I always do. What’s crazy is that I walk away from feeling good!
The end of school already? Nicholas looks so cute in that photo! We had our introduction to kindergarten for our little guy this week. It was the sweetest thing, all those nervous parents, worried about their kids, it was just too much.
Best thoughts for starting the eating program, it will be hard, but good – satisfying in a way that food can never quite achieve.
Exciting too about the blog business plan.
What a week!
Crazy week! Out of everything, I’m most worried/dreading/excited about the program. Always tough walking back through those doors…
What’s the deal with teacher’s gifts? Is this a modern invention? Please school me so I don’t seem a fool in a few years.
Ugh. Teacher’s presents. You give your child’s teacher presents at the end of the year as a thank you. Some go crazy, others don’t. I’m in the “don’t go crazy but thoughtful” camp.
Congrats to Nico, so sweet!
I bought my gift cards and cards early in the week, but totally overslept this morning (never do that) and stumbled out to my car (where I’d left the gifts) to have my kids hurry and sign them while eating breakfast. SO TYPICAL.
And seriously? If your blog is to the left of zero, than I guess that makes my own blog purely a figment of my imagination at this point.
I love you, Kelly.
Awww. Stop that. :-)
re: left of zero.
Can you go skiing when it’s right of zero? Build snowmen? Build forts and have a snowball fight?
Bah.
I love your blog. It’s real. You’re real. Whatever you do, please don’t forget we’re really here to have coffee with you.
AWESOME. No, you can’t throw snowballs when you’re right of zero. Hey! Do you think that’s why I’m so good at cold stares? ;)
Just gonna add my own small potato opinion here: I adore your blog. It’s one of the few I get excited to read every morning. Your writing is just so compelling, your voice is honest and intimate, it’s refreshing! Your blog combines the perfect balance of humor, sweetness and Real Talk. That is no small feat! I can’t wait to see how you grow and prove that silly person wrong!
Sigh. Thank you. xoxo
i wish there was a big “LIKE” button on that comment Annie! i run here first before any of the other “big name” bloggers in my google reader.
Congrats on the graduation and the last day of school and making it through all of that! I’m amazed at how busy the last month of school is.
good luck with the eating thing. and the bigger better blogging thing.
Thanks, Kelly! Good luck with all that running you do…you’re my hero.
Ummm and you are coming up to LA on Sunday –LOL :-)
What??? Someone said/suggested that about your blog?? I’m all upset just reading about it!
It was a happy day for me when I discovered your blog. I adore it and your voice and the things you do here.
Thank you so much, Melissa. :)
I am coming out of lurking to say that I love your blog too! If it is a potato, it is a sweet potato.
I really enjoy your blog. And your William Morris projects have encouraged me to get off my duff and get some things done, as well. I am of the age where I do need to think about what my kids are going to be left to sort out and deal with.
Forget that naysayer … they have no idea how many lives you have touched!
Why worry Jules? You should not worry about making your blog a business, that is playing the “business/corporate” game. Why don’t let your blog just be your art? Your truthful and candid registration of your lovely life. That’s good enough.
You’re right, Karinny. It’s more than enough. Thank you.
Sim, brasileira!
But I have lived in Canada for the last 10 years. I do love reading your blog, specially the motherhood posts since I have no kids yet ;)
Keep on writing!
Wonderful writing.
Please let me know what the eating program is.
Those were timely and tedious preparations. Good thing you were able to surpass it. :) Hope you can find a schedule that would be best for you. Good luck!
Don’t let one rotten apple spoil the whole experience for you and all your readers. Ever since I found your blog, it’s become one of my favorites. If you keep writing, I’ll keep reading! : ) And drawing inspiration from your thoughtful words and humor. You express what I wish I could articulate myself.