Today is a big day. I am trying to keep my head on, and my attitude positive. It WILL be a good day...
I slept in, this morning ... hours I probably didn't have to "waste", but needed to sleep.
I also missed church. I haven't been to church (with the exception of the odd visit when home) in 10 years. I grew up in the church though, going regularily every week with the family. I don't follow religion strictly, but I do consider myself to be a somewhat spiritual person, and sometimes there is a peace and sense of community in the church that is comforting. ... This morning I did prayer alone at home.
So. Moving on.
Plan for today:
1. Write paper
2. Make bun's. (T's mom's bun recipe. Sometimes it works for me sometimes it doesn't.)
3. Grey Cup PAR-TAY
The annual Grey Cup party is a big deal for me. It is a tradition with a group of the family's friends. Judy makes her hashbrown casserole and this amazing pretzel/white chocolate snack mix stuff. There is a "Grey Cup" trophy, and ceremonial playing of an accordian... It is good commpany and a lot of fun.
My first Grey Cup party I was 7 weeks old. I am told we were snowed in at the Verity's place. Many a Grey Cup it was cold. I have many memories of mom packing up dishes from the oven in towels with hot water bottles to keep them warm on the trip to where the party was being hosted that year. My brother and I were also bundled up, and we were loaded onto the toboggan for the trek to the gathering.
I made the first 23 Grey Cup parties of my life. I have many fond memories. The last three years have been busy and I have been unable to make the trip home - I joined a party else where, but it has never been the same.
I am back home for my 27th Grey Cup party!
This year is even more special. Because..... The Saskatchewan Roughriders are playing!!!!!
Wear your Green, and show your pride!!!
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T, thoughts and prayers are with you, your mom, your family.
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Countdown:
25 sleeps
05 assignments
05 exams
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trusting and loving
M