Christina had her fifth grade graduation today. It was a nice ceremony. Christina did not seem engaged, although she did give a speech with a couple of her classmates, and she did allow me to take one picture at the photo booth (but with no props). She had ordered an outfit in advance, but then didn’t wear it. She said it didn’t match. We offered to take her home afterwards, but she said no, which pissed off her sister, who would have gotten to come home with her. Even with all this, it was a good ceremony, and I think Christina appreciated it despite herself. Couple days left and then we’ll officially be out of the elementary school era. Something about that makes me sad. But I’m also excited to see what comes next. Proud of both my girls.
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May 19
Christina is getting ready for fifth grade graduation, so tonight we looked at my fifth grade yearbook. Is it sad that I looked through it and only felt rage for all the many people who were so shitty to me back then? I’m so glad my kids have not had the experience I did at their age. And I’m thinking about burning my yearbooks.
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May 18
I took the girls to the mall today, and we spent WAY too much money, but had a ball doing it. It was a great day all around because after we got back, we met up with Rosina and Dion for dinner at European Street. It was nice catching up with them. The weekends never feel long enough, but the weeks are getting shorter now that we’re done with cheer and down to our last week of dance. I’m trying my best to keep the load as light as possible this summer. We need to catch our breath after the last ten months.
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May 17
Robin and Christina had some friends over for a barbecue today. There was Chicken Butt, an epic one-hour water balloon fight, hot dogs and cheeseburgers, s’mores by the fire pit, and a rousing game of Toy Story on the Xbox. Everyone had a great time, including me. Already thinking of what we can do to top it next time.
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May 15
Robin had a tumbling class tonight. She and her coach were the only two people in the building. I’m not sure the gym will last until the end of summer as planned. But she was so excited that she’s getting her back tuck. If it makes her happy, it makes me happy. Plus it’s cool to watch.
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May 14
Gabby announced today that she is closing the gym after this summer. For some reason this makes me sad, as angry as I was just a few days ago. As sure as I was that another season wouldn’t be possible for her, I’m sorry for her. I wish it could have been better, for everyone.
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May 13
Finally got my car fixed today after smacking my side mirror into a mailbox a couple months ago (of course the mailbox was fine). Enjoyed another quiet night where I got to cook dinner (grilled curried shrimp and rice) and spent some time helping Robin study for her Civics final tomorrow. I also finished the last crossword puzzle in my book, which is so utterly sad. Added some new books to my Amazon wishlist that I’m confident no one looks at besides me. Someday I’ll treat myself.
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May 11
Had a really good Mother’s Day. Colleen came over with the boys for a bagel breakfast and then the girls and I went out for haircuts. They all came out great, but Christina was disappointed with her straightened hair. Lesson learned on that one. Billy and the kids gave me this really neat set of scratch-off cards for different places in Florida, each with something to do there. I’m looking forward to making our way through them. As usual, I can’t believe the weekend is already over. They go too fast.
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May 10
We went to Robin’s end of season cheer banquet today. I tried so hard to keep an open mind all year, even through the worst of the worst moments last weekend, all the way up until today. I expected more, but I left angry and disappointed. I think Robin was just relieved it was finally over. We all had lessons to learn this year. I hope we’ve all learned them.
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May 9
The kids witnessed a car crash on their way home from school today. They were crossing the street (with a walk signal) and a car turning right stopped to let them cross. The truck behind her wasn’t paying attention, though, and slammed into her. The kids scurried across the street, stood there for a second, and then came home. Christina said there was glass everywhere. I don’t know if they should have stayed on the scene or just continued on their way, but I’m glad the truck didn’t push the woman’s car into them and they made it home safe.
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May 7
One of the nice things about not having cheer practice is that I get to watch Yankees games again. Only problem is, I have no idea who most of these players are! The whole team seems new. But they won tonight in 10, and it was a good game. I also made five granny squares for my table runner and did three crossword puzzles. I could get used to this.
Year in Photos 