Who said Friday's can't be as much fun as Saturdays?

Friday, August 01, 2008 by Bethany

After a late night working, waking with the 11-month-old at 5am, a headache, sore throat, and multiple phone calls and emails, The Husband and the best idea ever: "leave" work early and head to the beach (metaphorically leave the office of course, I was working from home).

Really, all he would have had to do was wink at me suggestively and I would have done anything he said--but the beach? He was sent to me by a God, I am sure if it. Faster than fast, I sent those few more e-mails, collected swim suits for all involved, towels, snacks, sun tan lotion, and a whole lot of sand toys and we were off.

It was excellent. No crowds. Excellent afternoon weather. Warm water. And my daughter completely enamored with the idea of a gigantic bath tub OUTSIDE. She didn't know what to do with herself. Much like The Kiddo, that could barely step out of his sandal and T-shirt to bound into the water.

Sadly, I'll admit this is our first beach trip this summer. And it's August. And I'm the worst parent ever to not get into the fun of all of this until now. But dammit, I've been busy. But dammit, we're doing it again. Maybe tomorrow. Or next weekend. Or sometime. It was just heavenly. Even with the headache that just won't go away. And the sore throat that is hanging tight. But it was nothing a little sun couldn't make me ignore for a couple hours this afternoon.

Mark my words... best Friday ever.

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Four Thanksgiving Necessities & All That Drama

Sunday, November 26, 2006 by Bethany

Thanksgiving is all about four bits of food for me: Turkey, Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, and Gravy. All the other side dishes and desserts on the table could be tossed to the birds. Even the pumpkin pie desserts. I mean, who eats with any consideration for dessert on a day like Thanksgiving?

This year, I was not disappointed. The necessities were there--and at least ten other dishes that tasted great. I tried each and every one of them. Yes, I tasted AND enjoyed them. It's what Thanksgiving meals are all about. And I was more than willing to try another bunch of side dishes --I refuse to be rude to the hostess (and host) during this time of year. They feed you, give you glasses of wine, and then let you sit comatose on their couch. How else can you survive large family meals?

But what was most important for me this year, was the fact that the holiday in general lacked any immediate drama. I was able to sit and eat the entire meal without chasing after the child. No phone calls shrilled during the serving of the turkey. And not one family incident cause disruption and sour feelings. This isn't the first flawless Thanksgiving in my family history, but the the first flawless in a long time.

It felt good. Damn good. And that alone is something I am thankful for. That and all the usual safe, happy, and healthy family and friend stuff.

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