I am NOT sick

I helped a friend hang a new door today (one of his dogs are a bit too enthusiastic about getting in and out). It's been pretty warm today, and more than half of the job required being outside on the unshaded steps. Other than getting hot and sticky, not to mention getting a fair share of sawdust and drywall dust on me, I was feeling alright. In fact, in the past few weeks, when everyone at school has been coming down with one bug or another, I've remained healthy.
I've also been a bit smug about it.
So it serves me right that on the drive home - looking forward to a well deserved shower - my throat started feeling scratchy. By the time I stepped into said shower my neck felt achy and my throat was burning. So it's hot tea with honey and lemon, and early to bed for me.

And So It Begins

Or, so it began...
birthdays, birthdays, birthdays! Except for Desi, who is our summer baby, fall is the start of the birthday season. Alex, Nick, Michele, and LoRen - not to mention Nick C., and all of my grandbabies. That, plus all of the holidays make this the most wonderful time of year.

I asked Nick for birthday suggestions since sending things to Virginia will take a bit of planning ahead, and he came up with a single request. No i-pods, or snow boards, or flashy stuff. He just asked that anyone who wants to know what to send to tell them that he'd like help toward his ticket home for Christmas break. He'll be able to spend a couple of weeks at home before the next semester starts. I know how much he loves it in Virginia, so I'm thrilled that he's still eager to visit. So, for anyone who's interested, and would like to extend a green birthday wish to Nick, you can contact me or his Dad, and we can get you his address.

So, happy happy to everyone.