Thursday, April 7, 2011

Skittles and Snow

I had to work today and when I got home I had the need to empty my bladder.  I went in and closed the door and within 10 seconds I hear "Mom?"  Rather annoyed I say "what!"  (in my head asking myself the question that I ask myself every time I enter the bathroom.  Why can't I pee in peace?  Why does the sound of the bathroom door closing summon all the children to my room).  So I hear in a sweet voice "Mom, would you like a skittle?  In a more humbled tone "No thank you sweetheart, but thank you for asking".  I'll take the little victory of sharing even if its under the bathroom door.

The back is a hot mess today.  So shortly after that came the muscle relaxer and pain med cocktail.  I rested and watched out my window as the sleet turned to snow, then heavy snow, falling fast and furious.  It was a beautiful sight.  Far away were thoughts that its almost mid-April, Spring Break, and clean up.  I just relaxed and watched, mesmerized by the rhythm of the flakes falling down.  Sometimes its nice to be forced to stop, relax (with a little help), and take in the beauty that is around us.  Here's to hoping this high lasts a little longer.

2 comments:

  1. That's the first thing that pops into my head when I'm in the bathroom and the kids start asking for stuff. I lock the door. It's so nice that you were interrupted to be given candy. I hope your back is feeling better.

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  2. Yes! Your story made me laugh, 'cause that's pretty much how we roll in our house too. You remember the "Fingers!" post I did, where the kids come and poke their fingers underneath the bathroom door? Thank goodness for some sweetness to counteract the fact that we don't get a single moment of privacy! :)

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