Weekend Update

Even though Coloradans officially didn't care who won the Superbowl, I was rooting for Seattle. Pittsburgh was the better team, though, so they did deserve to win. We didn't host our annual party but were lucky enough to score an invite to one with great food, drink, and really nice people who also didn't care much who won. A quite relaxing afternoon/evening.

Earlier in the day I'd been to church and then out shopping for my husband's Valentine's Day gift. He'd had a special request and I was finally able to secure the elusive item. (I'll leave you in suspense.) The son was along and I actually managed to get him to try on some clothes. He's having another growth spurt and most of the clothes I bought him in September are already too short, including some of his favorite outfits. The only thing harder than getting him to try on clothes is getting him to try on shoes, so this was quite an unexpected pleasure.

It was actually a banner weekend: we finished our taxes Friday and got back way more money than we expected to, almost obscenely so. I have very mixed feelings about it but I'm sure I'll get over it. I mean, come on, the only thing worse than taking money you don't feel you deserve is giving it to the government, right?

Then we went out with some friends to celebrate a 40th birthday, and splurged on a limousine so no one had to be the designated driver. It was notably easier to spend the money after the tax news, let me tell you. The love of money is not one of my hang ups, but I could really get used to that kind of comfort and convenience.

Saturday we relaxed and I actually managed to finish 1-1/2 homework assignments. This leaves 2-1/2 and a short story, with 11 days to go. (Can she do it?) Regarding my earlier assignments: the teacher liked my poems! I was thrilled. She liked my journal, too. If I don't blow this short story, I will likely ace the class. 'Pressure's on.