Hats, 21 April 2012

Today was a day of wearing many "hats."  Just for fun, I'm going to make a list.

Cherished Wife
The day started last night, with Jay taking the kids to spend the night and this morning at his dad's house.  I had hours of coveted alone time (I may have eaten two croissants on the couch in front of the TV, and one of them may have contained vanilla ice cream and hot fudge sauce), so I woke up late and stayed in bed even longer.

Wedding Coordinator
From the comfort of my bed (no children to get up for), I made phone calls and arrangements pertaining to my sister's upcoming wedding.

Sister
Sent birthday greetings to another sister!

Auntie
Listened to adorable noises from my little nephew over the phone...and cooed right back at him.

Farmer Girl
Once I got up, I donned outdoor gear and shoveled rabbit manure from their "run" enclosure to the compost pile.  Then I mowed both the back and front lawns and fed the rabbits.  (Doesn't do much good to scoop poop if you don't feed the critters.)  I also measured the largest pea pod growing on my vines.  It's at 2.5 inches, so tomorrow it may be at the required 3 inches, and we'll eat it!

Good Neighbor
After mowing my lawns, I wheeled the machine across the street and mowed my neighbor's lawn.  We have a good deal going; I mow his lawn, and in return he pays house calls and cuts our hair for us at a discounted price.  Pretty sweet!

Housekeeper
Emptied and loaded the dishwasher.  My kitchen smells better now.

Organizational Expert
Consulted with Jay about reorganizing the garage; he was the driving force, but I did contribute.

Mommy
Played games, read books, raced with, planted a corn seedling--yes, just one; a school project--and bathed two darling little boys.

Supportive Wife
Listened to Jay relate some health research discoveries he's made.

Party Planner
Compiled recipes and grocery lists for two parties I'm co-hosting next week.

Chef
Executed dinner for four tonight.  (Greek yogurt with fruit toppings--hey, that Greek stuff has tons of protein.)

Friend
Commented here and there on Facebook posts.

Creative Artist
Wrote in my blog!

Shameless Crime Show Fan
Watched an episode or-so of one of our favorite shows with Jay.

In conclusion, sometimes I feel a little like Bartholomew Cubbins of the charming Dr. Seuss story, but today was actually a peaceful, good-feeling day.  What can I say?  I look good in hats.  :-)