Category: life

I blinked and the day was gone

I started the day out by going to the completely wrong hospital and informing my parents that I would need to speak directly with their doctors from now on. “Oh, did I say Fort Sanders? I meant Fort Sanders Park West.” I still arrived at the hospital before the sun was up, before my mother […]

hack, snort, rub

Without looking at the air quality index and specific allergen reports in Knoxville for the past few days, I would like to stay inside or wear a breathing mask. Raw throats, itchy eyes, runny noses and dry hacks have taken over the city. When are we getting an oxygen bar? Update from Noah: “Mom, we […]

big D

KatieAllison is thinking about the past while planning a wonderful future. I remember that when I went in the Judge’s chambers to have papers signed, he looked at me and scowled “Are you sure you want to do this?” I felt sad until he uttered those completely insulting words. Then I was peeved. My ex […]

things that seem unrelated but aren’t

*There are now two too many bats in our freezer. *I squished two mosquitos while taking a bath this morning. *Evan has removed his diaper twice today. *We have three different children’s activities at nearly the same time tonight. *There are three thousand ants on the hummingbird feeder today. *Three ants have found their way […]

Is it still Monday?

You know what would be really fun? Someone at the zoo getting access to my checking account and making charges on my already nearly empty bank account.

I know it’s Monday because. . .

There’s a dead bat in our freezer. Noah missed the bus and Doug had to drive him. Amy is crying because Noah isn’t home. Evan is doing the mashed potato with the last banana in the house. While cleaning this morning, I found a hot dog in Amy’s bed. How’s your Monday?

Happiness challenge 12

Today was a stressful day, but I was happy watching my parents playing with the children and I was happy that Tommy got to play D&D in the evening. Tommy has spent so little of his life interacting with peers that he truly loves the times he gets to spend with friends.

STAR

Today we must prepare for the STAR show tomorrow. This will be Tommy’s first show without a helper. I just wish he wasn’t riding the horse that is afraid of applause.