Festive Flakes

Hey there, A.

We are in the middle of our first significant storm, and I am enjoying my first snow day--although not as I had originally planned...

Last night, after our holiday happy hour, we all left with no idea of whether we'd go in today and be released early, or if we'd get a snow day. This storm had been predicted for days, but the timing was iffy. It was supposed to get here between 10 and 1, which made calling the day difficult for superintendents--especially since weather forecasts have been wrong before. I went to bed hoping for a snow day, but with no expectations. When I got my call at 5 am I was thrilled.

I went back to sleep and finally got out of bed at 8:30. I had coffee, checked email and blogs, then thought I might run a couple of Christmas errands before the storm, and I did, but not before having a panic attack when I checked my bank balance and found no payroll deposit there. I called the admin offices and got the story (not worth repeating here and getting all worked up again), then got in my sweats and drove out to school. I ran my errands and did some Christmas shopping after that, and since the first flakes were just barely starting to fall at 1, I decided to take myself out to lunch--while wearing no makeup, bad pony tail, and fleece sweats. I got a couple of mini burgers and a half salad at the Ninety-Nine next to my supermarket and enjoyed every bite with a glass of Shiraz. What a treat! By the time I walked out it was snowing pretty hard so my timing was perfect. I got home at 2, just when the last bell would have been ringing for the end of the day.

I may try to get cards done (wasn't that the original plan?) tonight, but I may just relax. Tomorrow will be another crazy day of running around and trying to get my Christmas shopping done, so tonight I may take it easy. Then Sunday we're supposed to have another storm, so that might be my wrapping and cards day while I make a pot of chili.

Speaking of cards, I got yours today and love it! As much as I had gotten a sneak peek at the photo shoot, it was nice to get the card. What a great picture....I also tried to call, but you didn't answer your cell. I know you had breakfast plans today (yum...it inspired me to put sausage on my grocery list) (and what sounds like an awesome night last night!) and maybe haven't made it home yet....I'll try again later. And, since I'm snowed in, you can find me here.

Merry Merry! Cheers! Love, Barb