I was supposed to meet up
with a mom friend after drop off and walk to McDonald's, grab a coffee, catch
up and walk back.
We ended up at Edwards Gardens instead for our walk! In a weird
coincidence, some of Hans' school students were on a field trip there. There
were a few parent volunteers as usual. Some of the students were like "There
is Hans' mom!" and I am sure some of the parents thought "Does she
have to be everywhere?!”, “Is she stalking us?!"
I wished I disappeared
somewhere, but my friend P was on the trip and she made it a point to walk over
and say hello to our mutual mom friend, the Harvard Grad, and me.
That was awkward. Really, who drives to Edwards Gardens for a
morning walk?! I must have been doing a quality control check on the field trip
or what?! Intentionally or unintentionally, it seems like my life revolves
around Hans' school way too much than necessary.
Last Friday was also Craigley's
birthday. He decided to order his own cake which was flown in from New York!! And who does he invite to celebrate his
special day?! He invited Y and P, and their kids. Y had 2 sick boys and P
was tired from the field trip! But the latter decided to indulge the birthday
boy anyway. Craigley not only ordered his own cake, he also picked up cookies
and ice cream. It was a feast for
children!!
Is there a point to the retelling of events from a couple of days ago?!
Yes. The point is that I take myself way too seriously and Craigley can't
be bothered to take most anything seriously. I hope the boys find a balance
between their dad’s and their mom’s way of living their lives.
Here is some helpful information that my friend Chits shared with us;
they are sage words from a certain “philosopher” who inspires her. I am only
quoting the parts that stood out for me!
…Your work has to be lived, and
your life has to be worked at…Above all, the most important work is to work
upon yourself.
Boys, if that sounds a little confusing, just remember that there is always room for improvement!
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