Monday, September 22, 2008

Weird Week

Our schedules are all off this week - Anna and Colin off today for teacher in-service. Anthony left for a last minute business trip. After he returns I leave for Florida for the Vet Dental Conference.

We spent today going to the park and walking to the library between loads of laundry. They asked a few times about where their dad went, and I tried to prepare them for my 4-day departure later this week. Colin doesn't even like it when house guests leave, so you can imagine how he feels about a parent leaving.

We have 2 little bookworms: Colin was quite pleased to finally get his own library card today. While I was helping Anna find books, he found two copies of what he was looking for - Peter Pan. Anna got a Beverly Cleary, a Judy Blume, a horse care book, and a picture book. She has started three books already. Most nights, I got into her room way past bedtime, and raise an eyebrow at her reading self. "Just one more page, then I'll turn out the light!" When I report this to Anthony, he says, "Sounds just like you."

6 comments:

Sinda said...

I'm solo this week too...we haven't even told the girls about Jesse's 18 day trip to Italy in March.

I love the reading, and can in no way dscourage it - it's so sweet to peek in at night and see the two of them reading away.

It was great to see you all the other day - !

ColeBugsmommy said...

Good readers! I'm happy to hear about your solo trip to NYC! Good for you!

Emily said...

Yes, I remember not wanting to go to sleep to keep reading, too. Actually, I still do that!

When Mommy would come in for the umpteenth time to tell me to turn out the light, I would go under the covers and read by flashlight!

Anonymous said...

For the kids to have a joy of reading is a true blessing and will serve them well in their lives. Sorry I picked on you girls so much for wanting you to get your sleep. It certainly proved you and Emily were correct in reading well into the wee hours.
Love, M

mainlyclearskies said...

So glad your kids like reading. I do too. And Beverly Cleary and Judy Blume bring back good memories.

Leah said...

Loved Judy Blume....thats great they love to read.....I am still trying to find time to finish a book I sadly have to say I started over 6 years ago....LOL sad I know.