March 31, 2012
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And for the rest of March? A post that seems to focus on food and deals … more so than normal.
Zachary’s class went to a dance studio to watch his teacher perform – and take a mini lesson of their own! We also had a playdate at Bounce Palace with my friend Richele and her 3 kids. It was more crowded than it was when we went earlier this month, but still fun. Because they were late to open, they let families in for $5 total (instead of $8 per child). We had enough jump time anyway, so it worked well for us!
Zach went to Nolan’s birthday party, where they watched ‘The Lorax’ and had dinner at Chicago Fire, followed by a video games and sleeping in a tent. Happy 8th Birthday Nolan! While Zach was off at his party, Calista wanted to go to Kids Camp (it makes her feel like she’s going to a party too.) Luckily, it was free meal weekend and with a ‘free hour’ coupon, we dropped her off at “her party” for ~$3 while James and I enjoyed time to ourselves at Land Ocean. Love their pork chops. Well, I ordered the ahi salad, but one of the bonuses to marrying James is his inability to finish adult-sized entrees. We had beef wellington as our complimentary appetizers, which were also good but a little too rich. I am realizing this post makes me seem really, really cheap (and possibly also a glutton) … it’s not like I specifically seek out deals … they find me. I get sent promotional flyers and coupons all the time. I might as well use them! Anyway, I digress. We also celebrated Maya’s 2nd birthday at her home on St. Patrick’s day and played a game of “Guess that Song” that Dave put together for her (awww.) Happy 2nd Birthday Maya!
Lots of cookie making this month (at least 2 batches made … and I guess also eaten … oops)
Playdate with Alex and Nicole … always a fun time. The kids like many of the same games, and Sam makes the best warm spinach salad. The beef bourguignon was delicious too, although most of the kids would contend that statement … vehemently.
Some people from work got together for an evening at Tommy T’s comedy club (eh. Some funny parts, mostly just lewd.) And we also celebrated a teammate getting his U.S. citizenship – congratulations Yuriy! We had lunch at Santa Maria Grill … ’cause Americans love barbecues, right?
And I’ve been good to myself too … mani/pedi, brow threading, facial, massage, yoga with Kathy, and a double date with Marissa/Josh at Fats. All using coupons and promotional deals! (I’m re-reading this post for edits, and um … yep, I’m definately a cheap glutton …)
Unfortunately, the fun and games ended this week, with me catching one of the worst illnesses I’ve ever had. I don’t even remember anything hitting me so quickly. I felt a scratchy throat come on late in the afternoon and bam! 102 fever within hours that lasted 2 days. 2.5 work days missed (my back actually hurts from lying in bed for so long), and I’m still not 100%. Yet the parenting role doesn’t pause for illness … the Easter bunny still must come! Early, in fact. The last weekend in March, it was Easter egg hunt, ballet class, kids’ yoga, and a trip to the library before flying to Costa Rica for a week of vacation!
Mikunis to celebrate a work milestone … and tulips in our front yard. We gave our gardener a raise, and he surrpised us by planting flowers in our yard!
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I haven’t commented in a while. I like your new hair. That colorful quarter zip striped thing James is wearing is awesome. Was there even one kid who liked the beef bourguignon? You know, I had to google bourguignon to get the spelling right. I could have just copied from you, but I didn’t trust it. But you were right. Anyway, your boobs appear to still be doing well at 37. I had that same virus 2 weeks ago, as did many people at work. For me, it hit in the middle of a phone call. At the beginning of the call, I was fine, and by the end of the call, I felt like I was ready to pass out. Next thing I know, I’m in bed for 2 days. Feel better soon!