the to-do list

Although the initial list for this week is getting shorter, more and more things keep adding themselves on. It is beyond my control.

(sidenote: Princesita, sleeping now by my side, is counting by 10s in her sleep. She was just saying "120, 130, 140, 150, 160..." until I leaned over her and hushed her. My offspring are nerds, too. Even in their dreams. Ugh. So sorry, children.)

I was going to go to the gym but 1. it is so %&*! cold outside and 2. I am so %&*! hungry that I don't think I'd make it far.

I have one student this morning. That is fine. I have no problem with a student or two on my vacation week. Keeps me motivated, on my toes, and--well, dressed. Or I'd spend the entire time in sweats (comfy as they are!). But then my husband is home today for his big psycho appointment that only takes an hour in the morning but for some reason he can't just take half the day and then go back in. Heluva commute, that's probably why. At least he'll take La Princesita and The Young Prince to their respective schools; I'll just probably have pick-up duty. I suppose I can handle that. I just do better alone. I'm a better mother and am in a better mood.

So--trying to plan to be out this afternoon. Goddaughter's birthday is this week. Must find 4 year old girl present...that she does not already have. That is a tough one.

Must make dentist appointments for me and the next-to-the-thrones.

Must run to either Home Depot or Tar-get; minor home repair to do. Perhaps both.

Must call Queen from Southern Kingdom who the children and I will go to visit this weekend so as to reassure her that I will, indeed, be able to eat and there is no worries, I'll even bring my own food.

Must move this huge filing cabinet I just got on Freecycle last night into my office. Weighs a ton.

Must finish designing this course that I am almost done with.

Must plan classes for next week.

Few other goodies on my must-do list, not to be published here (JA!).

Okay, 6 a.m. Time to tackle that filing cabinet. Who needs a gym?