Rough Week ...

TGIS?!?! Thank God it is Saturday! I had quite a week ... the Camp Show was on Thursday, it was fabulous and exhausting. All my campers were great, the staff number was a hit and I am completely thrilled with how smooth everything went ... don't get me wrong, there are always a few stinkers that require "the-mom-stare" ... um, and a few staff members as well ...

A woman approached me after the show, as I was cleaning up and a hot sweaty mess ... she introduced herself and said she was an administrator in the school district for the last 18 years. She said, "I've yet to meet someone with the spirit and love for children that you have." Goodness, what a compliment!?! That made my day ... this is why I do what I do.

It was great and again, I am quite thankful that today is Saturday.

I didn't go weigh in this morning ... I didn't formally exercise all week. I did dance for hours everyday though, so I know that counts for something. Aunt Flo also came to visit, nice timing huh? I just figured I'd sleep in ... which means 6:45 or so ... then Grace is at my side whispering, Mammy, Mammy ... that's not a spelling error, that is how she says it. Quite cute actually.

Today we have friends over all day, I've made an awesome batch of chocolate vegan cupcakes ... and all the monkeys are attempting naps. I pulled out the couch in the front room, and all I hear is giggling at the moment ... so we'll see if they eventually fall asleep.

I'd like a nap.

I'd also like a pedicure.

We had friends visit last night, they just got back from a year long mission in Honduras ... and they brought us the most amazing coffee ... I'd like a cup o' joe right now too.

My triathlon is a week from tomorrow and I am getting really excited. I will turn up the heat this week, run, swim and bike a fair amount and be stoked to cross the finish line! This is a great race, very well organized, inspiring and fun. A good friend is doing it too, and I am super excited about spending time with her.

Thank you Lord for this Saturday, for the chance to "sleep in" and spend time with my family and friends. Thank you for vegan cupcakes and a yummy recipe that only makes 12, so I know I won't eat more than I should ... Thank you for a great Camp Show and a compliment that will remain on my heart for a long time. Help me to prepare and train for my race this coming weekend ... to keep safe, strong and inspired. Amen.