This week began with Mother’s Day and ended with softball games. There were fun things followed by some ordinary delightful happenings. But mostly the biggest joy for the week was having all 3 sons who call to talk not only on events, but also call during the week just to talk. And that is the best gift ever! I just wish I could still call mine.
Sunday: The irony of Mother's Day was waking from a dream about Mom. She had called me and asked me to come to her house. I was on my way when I woke, and even though I did not get to see her in my dream, at least I was able to talk with her.
So I woke with happy thoughts of Mom and a screaming sinus headache. I sat on the porch with TheHub Saturday morning and I guess the relentless pollen had it's way with me.
Shortly after noon we left the house to go see " On Your Feet" a musical about Emilio and Gloria Estefan. We drove home and ate an early dinner so nothing would interfere with watching Succession. Only 2 episodes of it are left before it leaves the air forever. I still think it is so appealing because no matter how vile I could be, I could never be as horrible as the characters in the show are.
Monday: ThePig had free items actually worth going to get this week, one dozen eggs and 8 ounces shredded cheddar. Chicken quarters were cheap, ground chuck was reasonable, and the baby back ribs were decently priced which made it easy to buy the 10 buck minimum to get the free items.
I also had a phone conversation with Sluggy and laughed as usual.
Right before dinner we had a massive downpour with high winds and lightning. The rain was appreciated but the winds, not so much.
Tuesday: Right after a torrential thunderstorm passed I had a surprise visit from my beloved sister. Once she left I did minimal straightening of the house, then had a phone call with Sluggy.
The Hub and I had plans to run by Costco after he got home from the office, but another thunderstorm persuaded us to stay home and watch The Diplomat
Wednesday: As I was looking through my Libby app, I noticed I had several books that would need to be returned in 10 days or less. If that is not a message from the universe to have a self indulgent reading day I don't know what is. I obliged!
Thursday: I think my biggest joy for the day was securing our tickets for a flight to Portland. We managed to hit the grandparent trifecta. As we live in Alabama and Pip lives in Oregon, other than her birthday we do not usually get to attend her events. Luckily the first weekend of June we can see a softball game, dance recital, and her role as the tin man in her first play. I have to really love someone to cross the country, beginning with a night flight, for a 3 day visit, culminating with a redeye flight home.
Friday: I had another surprise visit from My Beloved Sister, always a pleasure. Then I went shopping for a few things I needed from Publix. While I was there I ran into a former teammate of Son1, and we had an aisle visit to catch up. It was very nice seeing him again.
A small joy also happened while I was there. Last summer when we were at the beach I bought a new to me flavor of La Croix, Beach Plum. I loved it but had not been able to find it in town until today. They had 2-8 packs and I bought both of them. I will use them sparingly, but I was thrilled to get them home to have one with my dinner.
Following an early supper, we watched Alabama Softball
Saturday: I woke a little earlier than usual for a Saturday morning and finished a book while drinking coffee. I am not sure there is a better way to begin the weekend.
We did our Saturday running around before settling down to watch Alabama softball. (Yes I know we watch a lot of sports. I was the sole female with TheHub and 3 sons who all like sports. For me it was baptism by fire and I could either join in or be left out. Now I actually like them.)
And that is just about all the joys for the week. Look for yours. They are always around!
May all your weeds be wildflowers
Anne
Sounds like a joyful week, Anne. That dream of your Mom on Mother's Day seems very poignant, especially since you were always running over to her house when she was alive. Sorry about the headache, though. It's a blessing to have children who call to chat, isn't it? How wonderful to be able to spend a long weekend with Pip. Enjoy the visit!
ReplyDeleteThe dream left me with a calm I had not felt about Mom since she transitioned.
DeleteI am very fortunate to have sons who will call just to talk. It's usually when they are bored, but I will never complain about that.
It sounds like a lovely week, getting to speak to your sons AND a trip to see Pip in the making! You can't ask for much more than that can you!
ReplyDeleteThe only thing that comes near topping the trifecta trip to see Pip is Son3 and DIL3 moving to Nashville this week. That is just a 3 hour drive from my house.
DeleteMy sinus problems seems to be subsiding. But, I rarely get a headache. I wish my Pig had two free items each Monday! That will be great getting to visit Pip and have her activities to attend.
ReplyDeleteWhatever happened with that brick house that was painted white in your neighborhood?
The house sold to a young couple. We have not really engaged much with them because their work schedule is very different than the traditional 8-5, but they seem to be a very nice twosome.
DeleteThat sounds like a joy packed week - which is lovely.
ReplyDeleteMost of my weeks are as joy packed as I will allow them to be. Perspective and all that!
DeleteDreams of people who are gone are very strange. Somehow they can be there and not there.
ReplyDeletebest, mae at maefood.blogspot.com
I was frustrated that I did not get to her house before I woke, but I was so glad she had called me. I woke feeling very happy.
DeleteSounds like that you had a great week, Anne. Have a great time in Portland!
ReplyDeleteThank you Angie. I am looking forward to it.
DeleteHow did you like "On Your Feet"? I have heard about it and it sounds interesting. I don't think it's playing here yet.
ReplyDeleteHonestly, "On Your Feet" was not one of the plays scheduled when I bought our season tickets. It was substituted for "9 To 5" and if I had not already paid for the tickets I would not have gone. I had seriously low expectations when we went and I was more than pleasantly surprised.
DeleteIt was nowhere near the best musical I have ever seen, but it was a lot of fun to watch.The first act was the set up act and moved a little slow in parts, but the second act was the big pay-off.
I also love that flavor of La Croix. Occasionally, it's in the fridge at work, & it makes me very happy to see it. ;-)
ReplyDeleteLove that you are going to get an action packed weekend with Pip. My mom is flying in this weekend, and we thought it might be a relaxing Memorial Day. Instead, we will be at a soccer tournament for Nick, and she'll be helping me get my volunteer hours for our soccer club on Saturday night, checking in kids for the tournament. She's so lucky. ;-) The teens have agreed to free up their Friday night (quite a concession), so we can have a nice dinner out on Friday, at her favorite place.
That your sons will give up their social life on a Friday night to be with your mom is a wonderful testament to her. Checking in kids for a tournament just gives her the advantage of seeing your son's teammates along with a host of other kids. I would do it in a heartbeat.
DeleteHaving so many things bunched together is the reason we are going, because they will be here less than 2 weeks after we are there.
ReplyDeleteI love that you'll not only get to see your granddaughter but also see her activities. I feel your joy in that paragraph.
ReplyDeleteIf we lived in the same city we would be "those" grandparents who show up for nearly everything. This is the first time the stars have aligned so we could see her doing multi things.
DeleteMy grandma and grandpa used to say that love of grandkids was indescribable. I still feel their love and support when I think of them. Enjoy your visit with Pip.
ReplyDeleteGrandparenting is the best gig in this world.
DeleteI'd love to see that musical. Back in the day, hers was one of the best concerts I've attended.
ReplyDeleteIt was a fun play to see.
DeleteI've been reading a lot lately trying to catch up on my massive TBR pile:) We used to fly down south to visit rellies and friends but since covid, we just don't. I really hate flying! so we drive everywhere.
ReplyDeleteI have been trying to make a dent in my pile too, but the pile is winning I think.
DeleteIt sounds like a beautiful week with all the important things: family time, people moving closer, a plan to see Pip AND reading in bed with coffee
ReplyDeleteIt was a wonderful week!
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