March 20, 2008

Welcome Spring! It is the first day of spring here and the temperature got into the lower 60's today. It was sunny and beautiful outside. It was another busy day for us.

The kids and I spent the first part of the day shopping. We started at Target. Caleb and I both had gift cards to spend there. Michaela had a few dollars burning a hole in her pocket so she took that with her. Caleb spent his gift card on five Monster Trucks. Michaela got a jump rope thing. I got a top. We also found khaki pants for Caleb and new tennis shoes for him.

Then, it was off to the mall. We entered the mall through JC Penney. I did not see anything there that fit what we were looking for. So, we went to The Children's Place. Michaela found her Easter Dress there. It's so cute. It's white with green trim and polka dots. She also got a little sweater since the dress is sleeveless and a headband and tights.

Next we went to Payless and got white shoes to go with Michaela's dress. Then, it was time to eat. We all got sandwiches at Subway.

Our last stop in the mall was Sears. I needed something new to wear to church on Easter. I've not gotten anything new for church in a few years. So, I found a dress and some inexpensive shoes. And, finally we found some new tennis shoes for Michaela. Both kids were in desperate need of new tennis shoes. This also meant we did not have to make another stop anywhere else which was a good thing because I was tired.

When we came home the kids played outside for a while and then came inside and proceeded to drive me crazy. I had to practically BEG them to go back outside. Of course come supper time they didn't want to come back inside.

After supper I went to the church I grew up in for Maundy Thursday service. I love this service. It's so cool to watch the Living Last Supper. Communion always feels more significant on this night, too. It was just a wonderful way to spend the evening.

I came home and had about half an hour to spend with my kids. I played with Caleb with his Monster Trucks. Michaela was busy reading.

Now, I'm just kind of winding down by watching House Hunters on HGTV. Tomorrow is the last day that the kids and I have together until Summer Vacation. As much as I love being a teacher, I'll be glad when this school year is over. I'm ready for my summer with my kids.