Salt of the Earth

Mick got home on Friday- yeah!!! I was so happy. Thomas and I stayed up to wait for him-Graham fell asleep in my bed waiting for him. It was so good to see Mick and have him home. Early that day the boys and I went to dinner with Uncle Buddy. As usual we had a blast and I giggled until my tummy hurt. Apparently, my driving scares Uncle Buddy. I don’t know why. When we went to dinner the waiter dropped some bread and a plate on the table across from us. I said “it’s bad luck to have someone serve you bread” and Buddy and I went into hysterics. I think that joke will always be funny. A good dose of Buddy is just what I needed that day.

The boys and I made breakfast for Mick yesterday for Father’s Day. We sent him a gift certificate and he spent several hours redeeming it online. Sweet! We met Uncle Buddy at a sushi restaurant for an early dinner. We had a good time.

My mom is doing better- the pain in her back has been stopped by the pain blocker she got the other day. She knows it won’t last but a few days of relief is welcomed. As for the other part- i just don’t know. She said she doesn’t want to become a burden on anyone-I told her that’s not a decision for her to make. I feel guilty for feeling angry about this-. I feel I should be more compassionate and understanding. And I am. I do wish I could change things- i wish I could take her pain away and make her happy. If I could I would. I swear.

Graham and I made 3 dozen cupcakes and 2 dozen lemon bars last night. Thomas has Court of Honor tonight for Boy Scouts. They have this once every 3 months and everyone brings dessert and badges are awarded and new leaders appointed. This is our first one so it should be exciting. Thomas is excited.

I am completely enjoying summer break. I got the first season of Prison Break from the library. I’ve watched several episodes and so far I’m on the fence. Prison movies bother me- OZ did me in big time.

Off to finish painting my bathroom
T