Outside Temp: 50 F (it was almost freezing this morning, 33, and it got up to 80!)
What I cooked today:
Nothing... Grandma and Grandpa got a new bar-b-que today, so we went up there for dinner. Sometimes, it takes a while to learn how to make a new device work well. But, with a little extra time on the stove, the meat was moist and delicious! And Grandma paired it with corn and tater tots and beans... Could you ask for more?
Update:
I have finally finished my training at the post office! The funny part is that my work there will be only a relief, which means I only have to work if the regular postmistress can't make it. Which means that I probably won't be working much... perhaps a little around Christmas and maybe during the winter when the snows are bad. And, since it may be a month or 2 before I work again, I'm sure things will change between now and then. Which means that some of my training will have been useless. Oh well, I guess that's how it works!
Katie would have had a Volleyball game today in Melstone (which is about 3 hours away, one way!!), but, since she's young (and inexperienced), she asked if she could skip it. Yea! If she had gone, she would have left school around noon and wouldn't have been home until about midnight! I was so grateful that her coach let her out of the game. I can imagine for Varsity or perhaps College sports, but she's only in 5th grade!
We are 'dog sitting' for one of our neighbors, and Katie has become very attached to the 12 year old black lab. Of course, she (the dog) has arthritis and other medical issues, as she's old and that's just what happens. But, Katie has never had a pet get old on her. The cats we had in CA all got eaten by coyotes, so she never saw them old. I'm sure this will be a good life lesson for her, but it's hard in the 'during' stage.
Tomorrow should be a slightly relaxing day. I have to process 20 lbs of peaches and can them, along with roasting peppers and canning them. But, other than that, I should be bored... I hope...
Friday, September 7, 2012
Thursday, September 6, 2012
September 6, 2012
Outside Temp: 42 F (we had a high of 64, which I think is perfect. It threatened to rain most of the day, but I don't think we actually got any rain... oh well... perhaps if we stop talking about it, it might actually let some water fall!)
What I cooked today:
Nothing.. too stinking busy!
Update:
You know, the funny thing about busy days... at the end of them, you know that you did something. It may not matter to the world at large, but you know that you were running all day, and that you were never bored.
I got to substitute teach today, again, for a different teacher this time. Of course, by now, I know all the students and I've had all of them at one time or another. So, it's more like private tutoring my friend's kids.
Katie had her first Volleyball game tonight. And while they didn't win, she played well and had fun. Of course, she would have liked to have won, but perhaps these things take time. Of course, I didn't realize that she needed black volleyball shorts, so she played in her jean shorts. Oh well. She has shorts now, so she'll look right at the next game.
After the game, we met with a friend who we are dog-watching for a few days, to go over the things we need to do. Which allowed Katie to love all over her dog. Then, of course, we stopped at the barn to coo and ahh over the beautiful horses. I'm not sure how long I'll be able to keep Katie off of these horses! She was in heaven and really, really didn't want to leave.
After that, we decided to take Connor into town to see about ordering him new glasses (he broke his last night). The store said they didn't have his glasses in stock, so he'd need to pick out new frames and then wait a week for the new lenses to get made. Well, we walked into the store and found a pair of glasses that were exactly like his old ones, just a different color. Which meant that his current lenses fit into them perfectly. We were able to walk out of the store with new glasses today, with no payment, since the original's glasses were still under warranty. Woo hoo!
We even spoiled Connor with dinner at Fuddruckers in town, and made it home in time to get everyone into bed (albeit a little late).
And then, I spoiled myself with a 15 minute hot shower. Ahhh, life is good.
What I cooked today:
Nothing.. too stinking busy!
Update:
You know, the funny thing about busy days... at the end of them, you know that you did something. It may not matter to the world at large, but you know that you were running all day, and that you were never bored.
I got to substitute teach today, again, for a different teacher this time. Of course, by now, I know all the students and I've had all of them at one time or another. So, it's more like private tutoring my friend's kids.
Katie had her first Volleyball game tonight. And while they didn't win, she played well and had fun. Of course, she would have liked to have won, but perhaps these things take time. Of course, I didn't realize that she needed black volleyball shorts, so she played in her jean shorts. Oh well. She has shorts now, so she'll look right at the next game.
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After the game, we met with a friend who we are dog-watching for a few days, to go over the things we need to do. Which allowed Katie to love all over her dog. Then, of course, we stopped at the barn to coo and ahh over the beautiful horses. I'm not sure how long I'll be able to keep Katie off of these horses! She was in heaven and really, really didn't want to leave.
After that, we decided to take Connor into town to see about ordering him new glasses (he broke his last night). The store said they didn't have his glasses in stock, so he'd need to pick out new frames and then wait a week for the new lenses to get made. Well, we walked into the store and found a pair of glasses that were exactly like his old ones, just a different color. Which meant that his current lenses fit into them perfectly. We were able to walk out of the store with new glasses today, with no payment, since the original's glasses were still under warranty. Woo hoo!
We even spoiled Connor with dinner at Fuddruckers in town, and made it home in time to get everyone into bed (albeit a little late).
And then, I spoiled myself with a 15 minute hot shower. Ahhh, life is good.
Wednesday, September 5, 2012
September 5, 2012
Outside Temp: 59 F ( it was a little warmer today, high of 77, but still beautiful... I won't discuss that white stuff, because it will probably get me run out of town. But, in my own way, I'm looking forward to it!)
What I cooked today:
Burgers and Tater Tots: I almost made chicken, but, then I realized I was exhausted and I didn't want to go to the effort. So, I threw the already defrosted chicken into the fridge and pulled out a block of frozen ground beef for burgers. I'm so lazy! But, we all had a good dinner and it didn't take too much effort.
Update:
So, I got to substitute teach today for our new PE/Accounting/Business teacher. I must say, I love the first part of the day. I got to teach 2 classes of Business and 1 of Accounting, which was fun! The kids are so great and we got through our assignments with no problems. We even had some free time to throw around some real work scenarios in Accounting.
Then, I had to do PE. Oh, boy, I am so lazy and out of shape that I do terrible in PE. It was also sunny, and me and sun just don't mix. So, by the time I finished my 3rd PE class, I was so tired and hot and sunburned and cranky, and it took all my strength to get through our Web Design class 8th period. Since one of my students in web design has a Volleyball game on Friday, I wanted to make sure she completed all her assignments by tomorrow, since she wouldn't be in class on Friday. I don't think we'll have a problem, if we just stay on top of it.
By the time I got home, Patrick just laughed when he saw me. I'm beet red, my face and neck is totally sunburned. And, I was not a pleasant person to be around. I've recovered a little, but I'm sure a good night's sleep is what I really need!
I get to sub again tomorrow, but at least I get to stay inside all day.
Also, I talked to Allen's math teacher and she thinks he might need glasses. Or else he's just not paying attention. So, we'll have an appointment for the eye doctor on Friday to see how his eyes measure up. If he has the genetic traits, I figure that a new pair of glasses will be in his future.
And, on the subject of glasses, Connor managed to break his today. The lenses are fine, but he shattered his frames. The good news is that they are under warranty, so we don't have to pay for replacements. The bad news is that they are not in stock, so we'll have to wait a week. I hope he can remember how to see without them!
What I cooked today:
Burgers and Tater Tots: I almost made chicken, but, then I realized I was exhausted and I didn't want to go to the effort. So, I threw the already defrosted chicken into the fridge and pulled out a block of frozen ground beef for burgers. I'm so lazy! But, we all had a good dinner and it didn't take too much effort.
Update:
So, I got to substitute teach today for our new PE/Accounting/Business teacher. I must say, I love the first part of the day. I got to teach 2 classes of Business and 1 of Accounting, which was fun! The kids are so great and we got through our assignments with no problems. We even had some free time to throw around some real work scenarios in Accounting.
Then, I had to do PE. Oh, boy, I am so lazy and out of shape that I do terrible in PE. It was also sunny, and me and sun just don't mix. So, by the time I finished my 3rd PE class, I was so tired and hot and sunburned and cranky, and it took all my strength to get through our Web Design class 8th period. Since one of my students in web design has a Volleyball game on Friday, I wanted to make sure she completed all her assignments by tomorrow, since she wouldn't be in class on Friday. I don't think we'll have a problem, if we just stay on top of it.
By the time I got home, Patrick just laughed when he saw me. I'm beet red, my face and neck is totally sunburned. And, I was not a pleasant person to be around. I've recovered a little, but I'm sure a good night's sleep is what I really need!
I get to sub again tomorrow, but at least I get to stay inside all day.
Also, I talked to Allen's math teacher and she thinks he might need glasses. Or else he's just not paying attention. So, we'll have an appointment for the eye doctor on Friday to see how his eyes measure up. If he has the genetic traits, I figure that a new pair of glasses will be in his future.
And, on the subject of glasses, Connor managed to break his today. The lenses are fine, but he shattered his frames. The good news is that they are under warranty, so we don't have to pay for replacements. The bad news is that they are not in stock, so we'll have to wait a week. I hope he can remember how to see without them!
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
September 4, 2012
Outside Temp: 43 (high of 66... I couldn't ask for better!!)
What I cooked today:
Nothing... we went into town for dinner.
Update:
Totally busy day today!
I worked at the post office until 1:30, then ran over to the school to work until 3:30. I had a great day in our Web Design class. Today was the first official day of their class, so we actually had something to do. I don't think there is anything worse than bored teenagers. The last week and half, they were just killing time until their class started. We were able to get through all of their assignments and there was only a minimal amount of grumbling or complaining. Woo hoo!
After school, Connor worked on his 7th grade Science homework. We are not sure when he will be able to officially start the 7th grade, but we don't want him too far behind on his class work. So, he will be doing the assignments at home until such time as he can officially be in class.
Then, since we had to run into Great Falls to get Ryan's dressing changed, we decided to bring all the kids into town with us as soon as practice was over. Allen brought the tablet computer, so he could work on his homework. Connor has his computer, so he could work on his story. Ryan had his IPad, so he could play games and Katie brought her book, so she could read. The car ride was amazingly quiet and there was no fighting or complaining.
We stopped for dinner, got a few groceries, got gas for the car and then headed into the hospital, where the nurses were ready to change his dressing on his line. The kids hung out in the 'waiting room', where Allen finished his homework and everyone behaved. Ryan got his dressing changed pretty quickly (in less than 20 minutes, since we just had to chat with our nurses), and then we headed back home.
It was great to have Allen be able to grab his USB drive from the tablet, plug it into the main computer, and print off his homework for 2 different classes with no problems.
Tomorrow, I get to substitute teach for the PE/Business/Accounting teacher, which I'm sure will be fun. Okay, not the PE part, but the business and accounting part! I really hated PE in school...
What I cooked today:
Nothing... we went into town for dinner.
Update:
Totally busy day today!
I worked at the post office until 1:30, then ran over to the school to work until 3:30. I had a great day in our Web Design class. Today was the first official day of their class, so we actually had something to do. I don't think there is anything worse than bored teenagers. The last week and half, they were just killing time until their class started. We were able to get through all of their assignments and there was only a minimal amount of grumbling or complaining. Woo hoo!
After school, Connor worked on his 7th grade Science homework. We are not sure when he will be able to officially start the 7th grade, but we don't want him too far behind on his class work. So, he will be doing the assignments at home until such time as he can officially be in class.
Then, since we had to run into Great Falls to get Ryan's dressing changed, we decided to bring all the kids into town with us as soon as practice was over. Allen brought the tablet computer, so he could work on his homework. Connor has his computer, so he could work on his story. Ryan had his IPad, so he could play games and Katie brought her book, so she could read. The car ride was amazingly quiet and there was no fighting or complaining.
We stopped for dinner, got a few groceries, got gas for the car and then headed into the hospital, where the nurses were ready to change his dressing on his line. The kids hung out in the 'waiting room', where Allen finished his homework and everyone behaved. Ryan got his dressing changed pretty quickly (in less than 20 minutes, since we just had to chat with our nurses), and then we headed back home.
It was great to have Allen be able to grab his USB drive from the tablet, plug it into the main computer, and print off his homework for 2 different classes with no problems.
Tomorrow, I get to substitute teach for the PE/Business/Accounting teacher, which I'm sure will be fun. Okay, not the PE part, but the business and accounting part! I really hated PE in school...
Monday, September 3, 2012
September 3, 2012
Outside Temp: 50 F (the low was 33 last night... which caused me to wake up around 4am and put extra blankets on everyone's beds... and close the windows... hmmm)
What I cooked today:
Chicken and Fried Rice: Yea, no burgers! Even I was getting sick of burgers. Of course, I messed up the chicken by rushing and not shaking the chicken in cornstarch. This caused the fluid to essentially boil the chicken, where as the cornstarch would have soaked up the fluid and made a kind of crust around the chicken, sealing in the moisture. Oh well, I just have to remember that this one little step makes a difference!
Update:
Allen went up to help the Grandparents move rocks today. I'm not sure exactly what that means, but apparently, he moved a lot of rocks. It seems that everyone told him that moving rocks was good for your muscles, but by the end of the day, he was ready to smack the next person who said it. I guess I can understand that!
The rest of us just sat around and played games and watched TV. It was a little unfair (considering the amount of work that Allen was doing), but we didn't really care. I did a ton of laundry, and we cleaned up the house a little, but otherwise, it was a very nice, lazy Labor Day!
What I cooked today:
Chicken and Fried Rice: Yea, no burgers! Even I was getting sick of burgers. Of course, I messed up the chicken by rushing and not shaking the chicken in cornstarch. This caused the fluid to essentially boil the chicken, where as the cornstarch would have soaked up the fluid and made a kind of crust around the chicken, sealing in the moisture. Oh well, I just have to remember that this one little step makes a difference!
Update:
Allen went up to help the Grandparents move rocks today. I'm not sure exactly what that means, but apparently, he moved a lot of rocks. It seems that everyone told him that moving rocks was good for your muscles, but by the end of the day, he was ready to smack the next person who said it. I guess I can understand that!
The rest of us just sat around and played games and watched TV. It was a little unfair (considering the amount of work that Allen was doing), but we didn't really care. I did a ton of laundry, and we cleaned up the house a little, but otherwise, it was a very nice, lazy Labor Day!
September 2, 2012
Outside Temp: 59 F (it was really nice today... great day for a drive up into the Highwoods!)
What I cooked today:
Burgers and French Fries: I almost went with meat loaf, but in the end, I decided on the easy route. Maybe tomorrow, I'll make something that takes effort and time... or not.
Update:
Grandma and Grandpa took a drive up to Deer Creek in the Highwoods. They went the 'long way', which took about 2 hours to go about 25 miles... they even had to 'ford' the creek a few times! Definitely not a trip for our little yellow car.
They stopped a few times, to let Ryan play in the water. He had a blast, chasing the fish. Amazingly, the fish didn't seem that concerned...
I got my camera back, so I was able to post the pictures of yesterday's game.
What I cooked today:
Burgers and French Fries: I almost went with meat loaf, but in the end, I decided on the easy route. Maybe tomorrow, I'll make something that takes effort and time... or not.
Update:
Grandma and Grandpa took a drive up to Deer Creek in the Highwoods. They went the 'long way', which took about 2 hours to go about 25 miles... they even had to 'ford' the creek a few times! Definitely not a trip for our little yellow car.
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I got my camera back, so I was able to post the pictures of yesterday's game.
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Saturday, September 1, 2012
September 1, 2012
Outside Temp: 48 F (it was cooler today, in the mid 80's.. perfect for Football!)
What I cooked today:
Burgers and Corn: Allen actually asked for my burgers, when we offered to take him into town for dinner. I guess it was easier this way!
Update:
FOOTBALL!
The Geyser/Stanford Junior High team won, 56-0! Which is insane!
Allen got to play almost the entire second half, and he made a couple of key tackles and blocks. By the end, he had gotten over his jitters and was really enjoying himself. He said he really likes to tackle... hmmm, who would have guessed.
The Varsity team also won by a landslide. I took pictures of both games, but I left my camera in the Grandparent's car... I'll post pictures tomorrow.
What I cooked today:
Burgers and Corn: Allen actually asked for my burgers, when we offered to take him into town for dinner. I guess it was easier this way!
Update:
FOOTBALL!
The Geyser/Stanford Junior High team won, 56-0! Which is insane!
Allen got to play almost the entire second half, and he made a couple of key tackles and blocks. By the end, he had gotten over his jitters and was really enjoying himself. He said he really likes to tackle... hmmm, who would have guessed.
The Varsity team also won by a landslide. I took pictures of both games, but I left my camera in the Grandparent's car... I'll post pictures tomorrow.
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