January
In January we had several snow days. Charlie and Carrie Beth had tons of fun! We missed several school days during high school final exams. I tried to enjoy the snow days and put MHS in the back of my mind. It was stressful for me and fun for them. Now, the last day of March, it is OK...I survived January and it will be easier next time. Both of the kids spent many hours in the snow. As much as I hate to admit it I always hope for the snow day! Charlie LOVES the snow. He would play outside for hours. He would dig, roll, slide, sled, run, and totally enjoy himself. Of course, he would be soaking wet when he came inside. I do not know how he continued to play outside when he was wet, cold and happy.
One Friday afternoon when the weatherman called for snow for the weekend I took the kids to the grocery store to stock up on bread and milk. We (Charlie, Carrie Beth and I) walked up and down every isle of Food Lion. I told the kids that they could buy anything they wanted. This was (by far) the best they had ever behaved in the grocery store. We bought lots of great junk!! The 2 things that they enjoyed the most were the cereal straws and rice crispy treats. Now I know how to get them to drink their milk! Carrie Beth still talks about the time we went to the grocery store and (mom) let us buy anything we wanted.
Another Friday night in January, The kids and I met Becky's family for dinner. Right after school I called Becky and we decided to meet 1/2 between Durham and Greensboro for dinner. So, we headed to toward Greensboro and they headed towards Durham. We met at the Red Robbin in Burlington. We enjoyed a great dinner but were not ready to part ways so we went to the McDonald's play land right around the corner. This was the nicest McDonald's I have ever been to. The kids played for about an hour and a half. Becky and I were able to have an adult conversation. It was great. None of us wanted to leave...but we did make plans to meet again.
February
We have many celebrations in February! Right after Valentines Day we celebrate Fred's Birthday. We had a low key Valentines day. I know we did something but I truly can not remember what it was. Fred brought me a bunch of beautiful flowers. Surely, I had fabulous gifts for the kids. If I remember I will give an update. My dear friend Sharon was married on Fred's birthday. So, Charlie and Carrie Beth had to take care of Fred on his birthday. I woke them up before I left for work to remind them of their birthday duty. The 3 of them celebrated by going to the Brightleaf Club for an oyster roast. I headed to Greensboro to spend the afternoon with my Peace College Roommate, Becky! We love catching up and I totally enjoyed spending time with her 3 girls. Of course, time passed and the day came and went way to fast. I went to Sharon's wedding with Becky and Andy (just like old times)! It was a great night. If I could pick my neighbor...It would be Becky.
Charlie turned 8 on March 10th!! Charlie wanted a sleepover for his birthday party. OK, so that is what we did...I picked up Charlie and 3 of his friends from school. I took them to Frankie's Fun Park for Lasar Tag and Putt Putt. After the festivities at Frankie's we came home for more laser tag, pizza, ice cream cake, loud running around, gifts, and tons of fun! One of the boys spent the night. I think the boys enjoyed the party. I know Charlie did!! I also celebrated a birthday in March. I am one year away from a BIG one!
We had another surprise snow day in March. Still tons of fun. Charlie played outside most of the day but Carrie Beth was not to interested. She was recovering from the 12 hour stomach bug.
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