And a new one just begun. It was hopping here in the Haggert Home, as we enjoyed Chinese food with the two youngest children, and bonus - TWO grandfathers in attendance as the New Year crept in. The evening's excitement also included a visit at Grandma's house and several Friends reruns. (oh, the joys of satellite TV)
Revelation today - I can no longer lift my middle child. However, she can lift me. Does this make me old, or merely small?
I also spent part of the last day of the year in the return line at WalMart, along with 400 other people. Sadly, Funk Out Cade could not be exchanged for Funk Out Dylan, and we had to settle for Winter Wonderland Dana. However, the little one, after much thought, had decided to pool her Christmas and birthday money and spent $129 on the Bratz Bus. Which is more than I spent on my first car, I think. Unlike my first car, the Bratz Bus has a working radio. And disco lights. And a Jacuzzi.
And oh look, my mother was right - it would have been cheaper to go across the river.
I repeat - my mother was right. What a way to start the year, eh?
No need for lectures about the Bratz - I agree, they're horrible looking, but they sure are keeping the child entertained.
So now I get to enjoy 24 or so laundry-free hours, because years ago, my great grandmother told me it was bad luck to do the wash on New Year's Day, and I believe her.
Perhaps I will spend my laundry-free time catching up on all the things I STILL HAVEN"T DONE.
But I bought a 2005 calendar, so now I can get organized.
Happy New Year everyone!