Weekend

During the summer, I don’t generally have strong feelings about the weekends. In fact, the time goes by and I often don’t know what day it is. Ahhh… I love summer. I miss it. Now, though, I can appreciate the routine of Monday – Friday and LOVE the freedom of Saturday and Sunday. It seems the Sept. cold/flu has hit each of us – I thought I could hold out, but I started battling it off yesterday. Sigh.

Back to the weekend – though. I’ve taken full advantage of my minutes by resting up and of course playing in the kitchen. 🙂 The weather has been dreary, so yesterday morning was the perfect chance to brew up some tea and try a new scone recipe. YUM!

This morning I dragged myself out of bed and decided to head in to see Gram and Gramp. April and Jesse met me there, and Stacy and Dylan showed up a little later. G & G were both doing well this morning. They were out at coffee when we arrived (which was early for Grandpa!). They were both perky for visiting, too. I love when I catch them like that!

We stopped up to see my Grandpa’s brother and sister-in-law (Earl & Katie) next. We had a good little chat and some tasty baked goods. On my drive home, I couldn’t help but feel happy. It is wonderful to have family around.

Perhaps my chipper mood is partially to blame for the pictures I decided to take on my drive home. I only had my camera phone, so they’re not great quality. Still, as much as I am missing summer (desperately), I am LOVING the changing leaves. It’s so beautiful around here.

The other five days of the work-week were pretty good, too. They went quickly, and I’m sure hoping it’s an indicator of what’s to come! My job is going well. Last Monday we had a man from the Native Pride Dancers do an assembly for us. He asked for student volunteers to dance, and it reminded me of the days in Brevig Mission when our kids would show the traditional dances. It was neat. When it was time for the teacher dance, he did not ask for volunteers. Yep – my first official Monday at work, and I was up in front of the school at 8:40 dancing! Most of you know that it takes late nights and more than courage to get me dancing on any other occasion. It was fun, though. I’m thankful I teach at an Elementary. 🙂

I am also really enjoying getting out at lunch for a quick walk with a couple other teachers. We do a short little route, but it’s great to get outside.

Hope each of you are finding some happiness during this transition between seasons.