College Life

Some days I feel more like a college student than other days. Today was one of those days when I stumbled out of bed at 5:30 to get ready for my 8:00 class. I soon realized I had nothing to wear because my laundry hasn't been done in...oh, I can't remember when, and I had to (stop reading here if you are squeamish), get some jeans out of the hamper so I could get dressed. I actually sniffed them to make sure they weren't too offensive. ugh. I figured if I kept my long coat on the whole time nobody would notice the tell-tale wrinkles. I won't say I've never done this before, but it usually doesn't get quite that bad around here...ok, so those of you that have lived with me will disagree...but I seriously do try most of the time to keep a semblance of order. I am home now, and do you think I will do some laundry? Well, I'll think about it - if I can fit it into my schedule.

A New Beginning

Yesterday we took Harrison to the Charlotte airport for his departure into his future. Surprisingly I was able to hold it together for the most part. I only cried a little. I know this is a good move for him because he will be with people who like him and will be a great influence on him. In fact, I couldn't ask for better people for him to be around. Furthermore, he will develop his independence and be challenged to grow, which is what is supposed to happen, but I will definitely miss him - as exasperating as he can be at times.

After we got back we all got busy cleaning out his bedroom to turn it into Mckenzie's room. I started in on the closet, and I found that most of what we are giving a rent free home to isn't worth saving. It feels so good to remove the junk that clutters up our lives. I have a HUGE pile for Goodwill, a HUGE pile for the trash, and a few things to sell on Ebay. We filled up another box to send to Harrison - I hope he can find a spot for it - and overall we had a good time together. I'm going to be okay.

We are supposed to get some snow tonight. I hope it's enough to cancel classes tomorrow. My life would be perfect.