I know that it's not yet astrological or meteorological fall, but this week hasn't felt like summer anymore. Yesterday, when I took Ruthie out first thing, it was about 50ºF and I could see my breath! And I wore jeans yesterday, too! It is supposed to get warmer again next week, but this week has been such a treat with the cool mornings and low humidity. Good thing, too, because it's been a long, exhausting week. As I mentioned, the Mister was out of town for a tech conference that is always the last week of August and that has caused him to miss the first day of school for as long as he's been attending. It's less of an issue now that Molly is older, but I still feel bad. We only have two more first days of school with her, too! I shared a photo on Instagram, but I know not everyone is there, so here's one for the blog:
I think the transition from summer back to school hasn't been quite as hard this year because she was working this summer (and she's going to continue working a weekend shift through the year as she's able), but she's definitely not used to being "on" all day, so evenings have been rough. And of course I am doing double parent duty this week (triple, if you count being a pet parent), so I've been worn out, too. It's a good thing we have a three-day weekend ahead!
This is not an official FO post, but I'm pleased to report that I have finished my Kudzu tank before the end of the month. I worked on it during puppy nap time yesterday and managed to start the i-cord bind-off before I had to do school pickup. This weekend I'll weave in ends, block, and take modeled photos for an official share next week.
This weekend is Labor Day weekend here in the United States, celebrating things such as weekends off that we've gotten thanks to the efforts of organized labor. I was invited to march with my union in the city's parade on Monday, but I decided I'd rather have a quiet day at home. Tonight we are going out to dinner with my parents to celebrate their 48th anniversary (today) and our 18th anniversary (next Tuesday), and we're invited over to my brother- and sister-in-law's on Sunday for a cookout on their new backyard patio. I'm looking forward to hearing all about my oldest nephew's first two days of kindergarten -- he just started yesterday! Other than that, I have no definite plans, and that's just fine with me. The weather looks like it's going to be spectacular, sunny and high 70s, so I predict long walks on my own and with the pupper. Maybe she will even surprise us and let us sleep in!
Whatever you have planned for this weekend, whether or not it's a long weekend for you, I hope it's full of things that bring you joy.
This post is full of good things, Sarah! First day of school, weekends (thank you unions for that lovely thing!), cook outs, family time, a finished object, and yes... cooler weather! Have a fantastic weekend!
ReplyDeleteThose days of being a solo parent are exhausting. John traveled a lot for his job, but once I got used to it, it was somewhat of an adjustment when he came home. You put it in perspective with just two more first days of school, and then presumably college, which is a big one! But let's not rush things. Your Kudzu is lovely and I look forward to seeing modeled shots. Enjoy a hopefully relaxing weekend!
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