a bit behind

Miss Celeste, one of Caden's preschool teachers, casually mentioned to me yesterday that he might be a bit behind in his self-help skills, specifically getting dressed. He let the cat out of the bag as he shared that mommy still puts his shoes and socks on for him every day. She reminded me that he has to learn those skills so he's developmentally ready for other, new, bigger skills. So, this morning, I dutifully made Caden get dressed all by himself. He can do it. I knew he could, I just liked the routine of still helping him. My baby's not really a baby any more and mommy's not sure about it. I'm ready for him to be independent, but not too quickly!

great neighbors!!

Doug and I have the greatest west side neighbors. Joel and Kerri are friendly and kind. Kerri has rescued me many times when I've been baking and realized I was an egg short or needed more oil. They brought us dinner when they found out Doug's mom was sick and we'd been at the hospital a lot. They say nice things to us about Caden and are always up for a little neighborly chit chat. A little while ago our doorbell rang unexpectedly. It was Kerri with a plate of cookies and a note telling me to a have brighter day today. All that just because I mentioned I had a stinky day at work yesterday. THANKS HURDS!! You're the best!!

I hate my job

Today, it (my job) cost me more than I make because I lost a good friend whom I was just starting to get close to. Nothing can change it or fix it. And it just plain sucks for me personally and professionally. I fear that not only did I lose this realtionship but that there will be additional fall out and damage will be done to other relationships at work. I hate it! I hate it! I hate it!