Be Careful What You Wish For

I had an excellent Mother's Day.  I hope all the moms I know did, too!

I spent the day puttering around the house.  I didn't sew at all even though I flirted with the idea yesterday and early on today.  I cleaned more in the kitchen, did some laundry, and cleaned my sewing area.  The house was quiet and I really enjoyed just doing what I wanted to do, even if it was cleaning, without anyone bugging me or asking me to do something.

Not very motherly sounding, I know.

M took all of the kids except for Z to see Thor.  Z went to the mall with a couple of friends--yes, he is finally making friends and is now like Caroline.  Friends are more important than going to a movie with family even when the movie is one that really wants to be seen.

I got a Kindle for my gift!  I've mentioned a couple of times about how cool it would be to have one.  M got it for me yesterday while out shopping with C for her b'day gifts.  She got new soccer cleats and athletic clothes.  Her school soccer season may be over, but she's going to play in a tournament over Memorial Day weekend with her old rec team.

I was totally surprised and thrilled until I started feeling guilty.  I wish I could really enjoy a gift.......  I love the gift, truly, but its one of those things that I didn't really need and could have lived without.  It's a luxury item and I don't feel like I'm worthy of luxury at this time in my life....if ever.

The Kindle is amazing!!  I would compare it to the IPod as far as being one of those life changing pieces of technology.

I've not been buying many books.  I've been using the library for most of my needs.  It's actually been good for me.  I've made myself wait for books which is really difficult for one so used to instant gratification.

I've downloaded about ten samplings of books, but I've not bought anything yet.  I guess I'm too used to not buying.  M got me a gift card so money isn't the issue.  I'm fit to be tied!