Vaccine

Sometimes I feel like I couldn't be busier. We are back at school with the kids all day, which means, I am back to doing prep work after school. I am taking 3 classes, and although the professors are incredibly easy to work with, it is still 3 classes. Somedays, it just seems like a lot. 

Our school district did have our first vaccine dose this week. I'm surprised by how many people choose not to have one. I'm a believer of them. It was a little nervous,  but if my parents can do it, so can I. If President Nelson can do, so can I.  So the first one is done. I did have the pain up my neck and I did have a terrible headache the next afternoon, but that could have been the kids. 

The kids are still happy to be at school.  We did a little measuring this week. 

And my good friend Conception, came over and we read a bilingual book together. 

We are having a very mild and dry Winter. In fact this little pansy hasn't even noticed that it is winter. 

Just keep blooming.

Happy Week

 It was a happy week for me. Let's face it, I'm a democrat. I'm not a socialist, I'm a 'let's take care of each other' democrat. I'm not a part of any party because I see major flaws in both parties, but my heart tends to fall to the left. I felt that Joe Biden was too old to run for President but I feel now, that we need his experience in governing and knowledge of world politics to help heal this country.  

                               As for Kamala, well, what  blessing. As my daughter's shirt read,

                                               And before you say it, just remember this quote. 

and I would add your wives and granddaughters hear you too.

And before you say, "It's not about her being a women." 

It is, maybe you don't see it, but it is. 

Two other Happy things happened this week.

Our son Scott, who suffers with Anxiety and Depressions, and loves to write about it,

had a really good week. Could it be the effects of Coronavirus?  

Maybe. Anxiety and Depression are a chemical imbalance and no one really knows why or what the Coronavirus does to people. 

I am taking it as a win. And I'm happy to say that he wrote about feeling good. 

Our granddaughter was baptized in Canada.

With the boarder closed, we could not attend but we were all there on Zoom.

It was pretty cool to look and see my kids and mother there.

I'm not making light of it at all, but hey, it was way cheaper (no flight to Canada), warmer ,  more comfortable, (I was in my sweats 10 minutes after it was over) and more convenient (My mom and Todd's family were able to enjoy it also). 

I still was able to give my talk and am truly grateful for this technology. 

USA

 After a week of ups and downs, Scott is feeling better. Hoping it stays that way.

We had a big surprise on Wednesday when the governor announced that teachers would be next to receive vaccines. Wes got his first one yesterday and I should get mine next week. My parents got theirs yesterday. I see this as good news. I'm not afraid of it. I have come to conclusion that those who choose not to get one, also choose not to get my sympathy if they get the virus. I've have heard one too many excuses for not getting it. As for me, I can't see my parents without isolated for 10 days and I'm not going to get in a plane to visit the littles until I feel safe. I miss them. I'm not going to feel safe until I get the vaccine. 

We have been back at school all day since Christmas. The kids are doing great. They work hard in the mornings and are a little wild in the afternoon. The weather has been mild and we have had plenty of outside play as well time to get out the toys and learn how to play with our peers.

I have noticed that the days are getting just a little bit longer. I can appreciate that more than you know.

Our great nation has a big week ahead of us. I for one am praying for a peaceful transition of power.

Dang

My son, Scott E, texted me on Tuesday and said he wasn't feeling well and his work wanted him tested for Covid before he could come back to work. 

The next day he sent me the results of his test and he had tested positive. 

The kid he shared a room with moved out Monday. His other roommate went to his parents house to isolate - really stupid idea. This left Scott alone in a town a couple of 100 miles from us. 

I call him every day.  He is pretty sick. So far no cough or breathing problems. He also has not lost his sense of taste.  His roommate did bring him extra strength Tylenol and some groceries.  We, me and my kids, have been having dinner delivered. 

As a mother, this really hard. There is nothing I can do.  I belong to a prayer group on Facebook and I read stories about severe Covid cases. I tell myself everyday that most cases are mild,  but I  still worry. 

So here we on day 6: not better but not worse.

He was home for Christmas for 24 hours. He came down with it on the 10th day since we had seen him. CDC says 10 days should be okay, but it was close. 

Be careful. You just never know. And all prayers are welcome. 

A New Year

 

What a Year!

I have read a great many posts about what people have learned from this year.

Basically, I have learned that I am not ready for Wes and I to retire.

I love leaving the house and working.

I have enjoyed the classes I'm talking and the writing it allows me to do.

I miss my grandkids, but know that they are safe.

I have felt sadness deep in my heart as I have grieved for the death of my friends.

I have learned about Mental Illness and am still working with my reaction to it.

Two Words:

Bring It

I look forward to this year.

I'm a realist.

I expect that it will be difficult.

I believe I will learn more lessons about

life,

love, 

and faith.

I would like to finish this post with an apology.

I'm not perfect.

I know that in the living of day to day life, 

I make mistakes.

If one of these mistakes has offended you or hurt you,

I am truly sorry.

I always say,

If you give me enough time, I might make it.

God Bless You All 

Happy New Year!

Winter Walk in California

I recently had a visit with my doctor. 

He looked at my blood pressure data and said,

'Right here, that's when you stopped walking."

I knew he was right, so I am back at it.

We spent a couple of days in California and I couldn't help be see the 

beauty of the world around me.

When we were there this summer, 

I was so impressed with the sights I was seeing in the valley.

So here is my walk.

This old tree full of mistletoe. 

I never knew what mistletoe was until I moved to California.

How has this not been torn down? I'm not sure, but it is ingenious.

I found this beautiful lemon tree.

A Palm tree is always a delight.

I picked this orange tree.

Can't wait to share it with my class tomorrow.

I wish I could show you how big these bushes were.

Things tend to grow wild when there is an ample growing season

and plenty of water and sun.

I needed this walk.

It was peaceful and a time to recount blessings.