January 15, 2008

Worst Mom Ever

Since I am totally in the running for the world's worst mom ever, today I took the day off.

Today was "take your mom to school day" otherwise known as parent visitation day at my son's preschool. So, since, before two weeks ago, I'd never set foot in his school, met his teachers or met any other child in his class, I thought I should go.

I got to watch the kids play, perform, do class work, learn the number 6, sing a song about a hippo, recite the pledge, the Lord's prayer and the rubber ducky song. I got to partake in animal crackers for snack and follow my son around.

What a wonderful day. I am so glad I took the day off for this. I slept in, had breakfast with my husband and child, took my baby to school and later had icecream for a snack after school. If you haven't done it lately - take time for you or your family - you don't know what you are missing. Oh, but I am sooooo not school mom material - just saying.

Tomorrow it is back to the daily grind, but I will tell you, today was heavenly.

My hubby and I haven't been on a real vacation since 2001. We've never been on vacation as a family. Sure we have had a long weekend here and there, but no vacations. In just two VERY SHORT months we will be going on our first vacation in 7 years and our first as a family.

My New Year's resolution was to spend more time with family and friends. I think it is actually going to happen. If I didn't do any more than parent visitation day at the Boy's school today, I have fulfilled that resolution. Last year I could probably count in hours the time I spent with my family. This year I'm making those hours count.

So, here is a toast, to spending time with family and friends and friends who feel like family - to making time to do it right and to rum punch in two months! *cue calypso music and fade to black*

Posted by Oddybobo at January 15, 2008 05:45 PM | TrackBack
Comments

That sounds awesome! Actually, both the day at school and the rum punch sound delightful. :)

Posted by: pam at January 15, 2008 05:57 PM

It sounds like it was an awesome day! And I firmly believe what the experts say... its quality not quantity.

I'm also glad & excited for you that you're going to have vacation time as a family! My fondest and most cherished memories (just like the ones you've written about (check your blog for Spring/summer beach posts/pics '07 and Oct '07) those are the best memories for all us as we are growing up.

Looking forward to reading your family posts too.

Posted by: Journey (the other michele) at January 16, 2008 02:24 PM

A vacation? In March? I hope you'll be going somewhere warm. And feel free to drop some pie off at my house on the way.

Posted by: Ogre at January 16, 2008 07:33 PM

Whoohoo! And more great days to look forward to! :)

Posted by: Richmond at January 17, 2008 09:15 AM

I could not be a classroom Mom either. Its why my volunteer work takes place OUTSIDE of the classroom. I will attend class parties, but other than that... NO. I cannot handle all the noise and motion. NO.

I'm glad you had a GREAT time! I'm really glad you took the time off. They are only this age once. He will always remember you were there.

Posted by: Bou at January 20, 2008 04:58 PM






We need more people like him,  I agree with you.

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Posted by: ddfg at December 23, 2008 01:30 AM