I have been doing some thinking since reading Marisela's blog last week on attitudes. I decided today that I was going to make a huge change. Here are some of the ways I have worked on my attitude today.
First thing this morning I was on the phone when Andy got up, which usually gets our day off to a bad start. When I got off the phone, I offered to make him egg and toast for breakfast. He was a little surprised, but quickly accepted with thanks.
While making his breakfast, I tried to be extra cheerful and singing. He decided to chat a little, so when the 8:30 school time came, I said nothing and we continued to visit. We then played a game of Foosball, during which I gently reminded him of the time and suggested he start school when the game was done. I am such an exacting person, it was tough for me to let 8:30 go by without saying anything but the 45 minutes of talking and joking together were so worth it. It was also great fun that I totally creamed him in the game.
Our plan was to go to the library at 12:00, after Andy got some school work in. I had some errands to run, so I headed to Fred Meyer. I simply had to exchange some capri's. HaHa. Easier said than done. 1 hour and 45 minutes later I still couldn't find any that I liked. I had been in and out of the fitting room several times trying on numerous items. Then, I realized it was 12:45. Oops. I also realized I had forgotten my phone. Double Oops!
All the way home, I played out the scene that would take place. I knew Andy would have quit school at noon, expecting me home any minute so we could take off because he is supposed to be back on school at 1:00. I got myself all fired up ready to tell my all to often grouchy teenager that I can do what I want, I don't have to answer to him and too bad if he was inconvenienced. Then I remembered how I was going to change today. I immediately decided I would grovel meekly and let him have an extended lunch.
He met me in the yard when I pulled up, and I opened the door, smiled sheepishly and said I'm sorry. He just smiled and said no big deal. We joked and laughed while I ate a quick lunch and while we were on our way to the library.
The change is amazing. It is contagious. I can't believe how it has worked. Hopefully I can keep it up.
A New Look
Good Ole Sunshine!!
Isn't this sun we are getting here in the northwest wonderful!! We normally get a lot of sun here, but now it's warm too. Pull out those sandals and capris, in fact I think I might go purchase some new summer clothes today! We are supposed to hit 90 today and 95 tomorrow. Yikes! That is plenty hot enough for me. I'm actually great with moderate temperatures of 75-80. I'm not complaining mind you, I do have air conditioning!
Home Sweet Home
We are home!! It feels great. I have been enjoying being back in my house. Not sure what the future holds for us, but aren't we supposed to live one day at a time anyway?? I have been a hermit the last few days, just resting up from the trip I guess. Finally, today I feel like getting out and about. I am running errands and heading to Bend to do some shopping. It feels good to be back to normal.
