So, See You in 8 Years...

I'm trying to make plans with two friends, and our schedules are so busy that we're almost being pushed out until the end of March. That's craziness! I can't imagine what I'm going to do with all of my free time when there aren't children at home, busy doing everything that they do.

This week at TKD, Ava earned her board-breaking stripe, which means she's moved up to the purple belt...way to go, kiddo!

The rest of the week was busy with school, work, after school activities, etc. G has been dealing with some insomnia, which the whole house is aware of, as it's happening...so Scott and I have been managing on less sleep than usual. Ugh.

On a positive note, we capped the week off with an impromptu happy hour with my parents at a local bar. I pre-ordered pizza to be delivered to the kids at home, so they were set for dinner, and we enjoyed a few hours out, with other adults. Overall, though, we had a low key week (in the evenings), which was needed. (We were all very, very busy during the days!)

Sometimes I think it would be nice to be a dog...just snoozing the days away. But then I think about the life that Pria had before us, and wouldn't wish that on any animal.

I took advantage of a few extra free hours on Saturday morning, and organized the cabinet below my sink in the bathroom. If that isn't adulting, I don't know what is! But...I do love it when it's all organized, and sorted out. Feels great to declutter!

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