Thinking back...

    I've read several journal entries lately that mention the kids being back in school, or trying to fill the remaining days of summer with all that they can, while getting themselves organized and ready for their own first day.  That put the memorymobile into motion.  Trying times to say the least.  I always dreaded the homework that he brought home for Mom.  All those forms to fill out.  The same forms every year.  Can't you  just change the date?  All the information is the same except the year!  "And Mom?  I have to turn those in tomorrow!"  ::Heavy Sigh::  Okay.  ;(  

     My son is 22 now and lives in Cleveland.  He's been on his own for 3 years now.  When I decided to move back to Michigan from Ohio, I offered the opportunity for him to move up here with me.  He told me that although he was born in Michigan, Ohio was home to him, he was staying there.  I should definately go ahead and make the move, he'd be fine.  Okay, you're 19, have no idea what it's like to be on your own, how are you gonna do that?  Mom, I've got a good job, a car, friends and family here for me, I'll get an apartment and make plans to go to school like I planned.  Well, I was skeptical to say the least.  The child that drank out of a measuring cup rather than wash out a glass(which had to be clean for Each drink) was going to live on his own.  "This will be interesting, to say the least."  He has proved himself beyond a doubt.  I can't begin to express how proud I am of him.  He has gone through some very difficult times, job loss, car breakdowns,  a broken shoulder, and hasn't given up.  He's getting ready to start his second year at Cuyahoga Community College in the art program, graphic design.  Money is tight, work has to be scheduled around classes,  but my son is doing exactly what he said he wanted to do.  I have to say this again-SON, I am so very proud of you!   And (hehe) no more forms for Mom to fill out.

    Now, I am for the very first time attempting the Tuesday Twelve word association that Dawn at Carpe Diem, http://journals.aol.com/princesssaurora/CarpeDiem/  does.  Just read the word and answer with the first thing you think of.  Okay.  Here goes...

1. Bust-Vegas.  Never been there, but I can see those chips being taken away.

2. Kisses-Hershey's Dark.  In the pretty purple paper.

3. Elbow-Big scar. Bro got his stitches out today.

4. Snap-dragon. One of my favorite flowers.

5. Brush-hair.  I have 3 and can only find the one that belongs in my purse, right now. :(

6. Serve-tennis.  Nope never played, just what I thought of first.

7. Under-water.  I've been looking for some snorkeling gear for next summer.

8. Race-finish line.  They finally ran the NASCAR race at MIS.  It was rained out 2 days in a row.

9. Cream-Southern Butter Pecan, the flavor I'm trying this week.

10. Waffle-cone.  I've got Dairy Queen on my mind.

11. Flick-Horse tail.  I don't know why.

12. Beast-ie Boys.  Music on the brain tonite...

    Okay, that was fun.  It might prove just how off the wall my thinking processes really are.  What do you think?

    Now , a reference to #3.  Bro got his stitches out today, but uh-oh, he's covered in hives!  And very itchy! (hehehehehe)  Just a little allergic reaction to the antibiotic.   It's been changed and he thinks they'll just disappear when the old one is out of his system.  'Fraid not (hehehe) Bro, they'll be there for at least a week.  Don't scratch!  Actually, I feel sorry for him, and the doctor has some samples of  an anti-itch medicine for him. 

    Well, those are my thoughts for tonight.  Thanks for stopping by!    Leigh