Race to the Finish

It is, without a doubt, the month that has sped by the fastest. I think my vision is blurred from the speed at which the days have raced by. In the past few weeks, I have spent countless hours volunteering at school both in the office and in the classroom (not to mention a full day of adult mentoring on a field trip). I have eaten my fill at picnics and festivals (evidenced by the "Navajo Taco" at left, a concoction of ground beef, beans, lettuce, onions, and salsa on Indian fry bread). I have tried, tirelessly, to get my computer to cooperate as I attempt to finish end-of-the-year PTSA paperwork (that I have postponed completing for months). I have planned various 8th grade promotion activities, like trying to secure food and monetary donations for the party and breakfast. I have helped my daughter buy "the perfect" promotion ceremony dress, bolstered her confidence as she auditioned for the right to sing the national anthem at next month's promotion (she earned that right....*smile*), and shuttled her back and forth to numerous early morning chorus rehearsals. I have cajoled my son into finishing dozens of homework assignments and long-term projects, while trying to juggle dinner preparations and countless trips to the martial arts academy.

In between the mindless back and forth obligations of this mom turned volunteer, I have gone back to singing at church again (after a three month hiatus). And yet, most of the chaos in my life has revolved around the kids. This is not unusual for mothers, but this time of the year seems to be more hectic than most of the months preceding. Not having my usual toes-in-the-sand respite next month to look forward to has made me a bit.....well, shall I say.....bitchy with my family the unfortunate recipients of my sniping.

Happily, I can say, however, that my children seem to be in good spirits despite the impending end of a very successful and even enjoyable school year. My husband and I, as we prepare to celebrate our 19th wedding anniversary next week, are also enjoying the ride even in the face of seeing our baby girl grow into a high schooler.

My blogging visits have been sparse, I know, but given this post, I hope you can see just why that is fairly understandable. By the end of May, I should be able to take a deep breath, sleep late in the mornings, and take some time to enjoy the beauty that is revealed in all of your blog treasures.

Until then.....later daze...................