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Friday, November 28 Hey, you kids, get offa my lawn.
Many moons ago, the day after Thanksgiving used to be one of my favorite days, ever.
Everyone's family obligations were over, and we were all free and clear to "go out".
People were in town from being away at school, and as we got older, everyone came home from their new lives elsewhere and it was time to reminisce.
There were traditions to look forward to: a board game night here, a touch football game there, an annual poker game.
What? You thought I was talking about all bars, all the time?
Pshaw, you can totally fit more than one activity in in a night.
No matter what went on, you looked forward to making plans with friends, being surprised by unexpected sightings and hoping to run into that special someone you hadn't seen all year.
However, that "special someone" thing did backfire one year when Busy Dad and I had first started dating.
I had gone to his family's Thanksgiving for the first time, and when we went out that night we ran into someone who apparently hadn't been informed she was no longer the "special someone".
Didn't seem to upset her too much. I believe I even still have a photo of us (me and her) together that night.
Mine and Busy Dad's relationship started off a little crazy, I'll leave it at that.
So, the Thanksgiving weekend still holds fond memories for me and I still feel the urge to get out and do something, but the whole kid thing puts a different spin on that.
These days, I know people are busy with their own families and their siblings, etc., but the whole only child thing I got going on sorta rules that out.
But, how in the world did it turn into this?
Busy Girl's out doing something, the boys are arguing downstairs, I have no idea what Busy Dad is doing and I've been in my pajamas since about 6pm.
Now that's just sad.
Someone hand me my false teeth and my cane.
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I'm right there with you. My 15 year old is out with friends, my 13 year old is talking on the phone and playing a video game and I am watching Deadliest Catch. How did it get like this? I think it is just a stage. Soon, the 15 year old will be home from college and out with friends, the 13 year old will be 16 and out with friends....Me? Probably still sitting here...?? Posted by carolyn at November 28, 2008 10:20 PM
I can't really blame the kids for cramping my style. I haven't gone out on Thanksgiving weekend for a good ten years. But I do miss those days.
angie (from over at www.HalfAssedKitchen.com) Posted by Half Assed Kitchen at November 28, 2008 10:24 PM
Yes, going home for the holidays post-high school, pre-adult days were mighty fun. Thanksgiving was always the time to pre-plan on how to end up hanging out a lot with that special someone.
Guess it doesn't matter now since I totally married someone else, but the memories sure are funny.
Thanks for being lame with me! Posted by Headless Mom at November 28, 2008 10:27 PM
Yeah, we have a couple over for Thxgiving and they just asked the death knell question:
Do you guys have any board games?
Um, no.
No
No No Posted by PAPA at November 28, 2008 10:41 PM
Going out is great, but there is sure something wonderful to be said for being able to get snuggly in your jammies for a quiet evening in! Posted by Assertagirl at November 29, 2008 7:04 AM
Yeah - I'm with you - I was "Facebooking" with people that I used to run hard with on the night before Thanksgiving, now we're all home, in our pajamas, flirting on Facebook. Well, at least I don't have to wear mascara for that. Posted by Christine at November 29, 2008 9:49 AM
I was just thinking that on Wednesday, the night before Thanksgiving -- which used to be my big night out. And there I was, fretting over gravy serving bowls, counting forks and spoons, and going to bed early. I know exactly what you mean. How fun to be "out" and to see the same people again -- like in our youth. Posted by susiej at November 30, 2008 3:15 PM
Mine are both sleeping - does that count? Pass me some false teeth and a cane too! Posted by Mom On The Run at November 30, 2008 8:09 PM
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Posted by Jerri Ann at December 1, 2008 12:37 PM
I got married in April of my senior year of high school (no. not because I "had" to) and managed to get pregnant in November. I guess we didn't go out for Thanksgining, but we sure got "busy" fast. I've been married 25 years now and Thanksgiving weekend has always been our time to stay home and decorate for Christmas. It's cozy and happy and fun and always holds at least one favorite Christmas movie and some eggnog for us. Posted by groovyoldlady at December 2, 2008 7:08 AM
Hey :) just wanted to say hello, that I really enjoy your blog, and that I've linked to you on MY new blog (I just set it up today and have yet to write in it - that might change in a few hours lol)... I hope it's ok that I linked you, I just thought I'd poke my head in and let you know! :) Posted by MamaZoe at December 2, 2008 9:09 PM
Remember, somebody has to be around in case the "plans" wind up being at your place. Back then you were the one going out and it was your parents staying home, "keeping the light on for ya'" Well now it is your turn (and mine). Posted by JayMonster at December 3, 2008 9:41 AM
I know exactly where you're coming from...
I had kids, sold my Mustang GT, and now instead of going out to eat, we throw a couple of 5 buck steaks on the grill.....
It is sad.. Posted by Slick at December 3, 2008 12:51 PM
I remember when we use to play football and volleyball all day. We ate, played volleyball and ate again. There was a lot of foul play going on... damn cheaters but we had fun none the less. Posted by kkama67 at December 3, 2008 1:48 PM
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Thursday, November 27 Rest Stop
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Nice shot! Posted by Jon Gray at December 2, 2008 5:26 PM
Now, you know better than to put the horizon in the middle of the frame... but Jon is right, it is a nice shot. Posted by JayMonster at December 3, 2008 9:42 AM
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Thursday, November 27 Drive, drive, drive
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Thursday, November 27 Happy Thanksgiving!
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Happy Thanksgiving, to you and yours! :) Posted by Dana at November 27, 2008 11:46 AM
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving, Busy Family! Posted by amy324 at November 27, 2008 2:04 PM
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Tuesday, November 25 Mom: Emergency Edition. Now with more embarrassment.
I was driving home from Target a little while ago, and I passed by the neighborhood where Busy Girl is spending the night.
I couldn't help but notice the 3 fire engines and an ambulance with lights on parked in the immediate vicinity of the house where she's staying.
I'm observant like that.
So, I turned into the neighborhood, and because of the layout of the houses, it was still a little unclear what was going on and where until I got closer.
So, I called Busy Girl.
Me: "What's going on?"
Busy Girl: "What?"
Me: "The emergency vehicles surrounding your location."
Busy Girl: "Huh?"
Me: 'Look out the window."
Busy Girl: "Oh. What is it?"
Me: "That would be why I'm calling you."
Busy Girl: "Where are you? Why are you looking?"
Me: "I was coming back from Target and I could help notice the lights and sirens, so I thought I'd see if you were, you know...alive and whatnot."
Busy Girl: "But, where are you?"
Me: "I was driving down your street, but I had to turn into the driveway since there was a car behind me. Is everything OK there?"
Busy Girl: "Wait, you're here?"
Me: "Yes, I'm sitting in the driveway, getting ready to back out."
Busy Girl: "Gawd, can you just go now?"
I possess mad teenager-embarrassing skillz I didn't even know I had.
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You Go, Mom! Don't forget that embarrassing your teenager is one of the most important skillz you possess for the next few years. Perfecting it is worth it. Posted by Headless Mom at November 25, 2008 10:38 PM
Wait...am taking notes.
Of course not sure why I need to do that as I fear that I will do this a LOT. Posted by Jamie at November 26, 2008 6:07 AM
One of the most important mom-tools is the element of surprise. Our teens must believe that we have the ability to show up anywhere they are at any time. It's sweet!! Posted by carolyn at November 26, 2008 8:30 AM
ahahaha...You definitely get bonus points for the element of surprise! Posted by Izzy at November 26, 2008 9:53 AM
Heh, you've-one upped me with this one :) Posted by Liz@thisfullhouse at November 26, 2008 11:47 AM
Next lesson: Singing loudly with the Bee-Gees in the produce aisle. Posted by groovyoldlady at November 26, 2008 1:30 PM
High Five! Posted by maman at November 26, 2008 3:03 PM
Good job, Busy! Gotta keep them on their toes, you know. My own teenage daughter would have been asking me which car I was in, since she has decided for some odd reason that the little red one is much more embarrassing than the minivan. Posted by Bluegrass Mama at November 26, 2008 4:52 PM
Ok, I'm clearly the youngest of the commenters here because I can quite keenly feel Busy Girl's pain. Posted by Sarah at November 27, 2008 4:43 AM
I'm laughing at the concept of her not knowing there were emergency vehicles around until you called! Posted by Daisy at November 27, 2008 8:15 PM
This gets earlier and earlier. Tony is only 9. The other day when he was gone all day on a choir event (four concerts in one day, three schools and senior center,) several moms (me included) showed up for the evening concert, with our cameras, of course.
Tony is a CD seller, so when I walked in he was at the table with two of his choirmates. I got his picture, and right away he was saying, "Mo-om! Could you, just, you know, sit down over there (pointing to the back of the room!)
I thought about giving him a hug, but decided that would be a little over the top for him. Posted by VJ at November 28, 2008 9:17 PM
Ab.So.Lute.Ly BRILLIANT. Good work, mama, keep it up.
ps I so would have done the same thing. Posted by Wacky Mommy at November 29, 2008 12:51 AM
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Saturday, November 22 Shiba Inu Puppy Cam Spoof
By now, most people know about the Shiba Inu Puppy Cam craze.
If not, then you simply must go see the puppy cam, you will be hooked unless your heart is made of stone.
Yes, you in the back, I already know you're cold hearted, you get a pass.
I am so sad to see the crate, it looks like they'll go to their new homes soon.
Anyway, I darn nearly choked on my coffee when Newscoma pointed to the Shiba Inu Dude Cam.
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Ye cats! That even caused my heart of stone to chip a little - the dude cam that is! :-) Posted by Missybw at November 22, 2008 11:14 AM
You've got a few weeks yet. It is illegal to sell pups before 8 weeks old in most places (could be all US but not sure) and many breeders hold on to them for a few weeks longer. Posted by Susan Getgood at November 22, 2008 12:56 PM
Oh, how cute! What will they think of next? Posted by Dana at November 23, 2008 8:40 AM
I have a question: Is your BusyMom cartoon lady a clip art that's a free for all or is it your own trademark? Why I am asking: I totally saw your little lady at an American Cookie Company (I think that's the name) at the mall today. I went to take a picture of it but, unbeknownst to me since I don't frequent mall, a security guard came and told me I couldn't take pictures per Homeland Security....no lie.
Anyway, I'm curious so let me know :)
I've missed reading you...I just re-found you a week or so ago :) Posted by SueFromNC(formerlyfromOH) at November 23, 2008 7:24 PM
in case you don't get my email I sign in with, leave me a note at my blog...I was seriously stunned to see her.... Posted by SueFromNC at November 23, 2008 7:26 PM
Gad, I'm sorry...here's a link to the cookie place with your girl on the homepage...
http://www.greatamericancookies.com/ Posted by SueAGAIN at November 23, 2008 7:30 PM
I saw a bit of that on the news yesterday. They certainly are cute.
And I hope they all go to terrific homes. Posted by cassie-b at November 24, 2008 8:31 AM
I am going to be concerned when the dudes start nipping at each other's privates... Posted by maman at November 24, 2008 3:08 PM
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Saturday, November 22 Reinforcing his theory of me
"Wait, I'll go get Dad!"
-Busy D. as he bolted from the room after he warily let me cook his fried egg and I broke the yolk
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Ouch. On the other hand, it does get you out of having to cook breakfast again. Posted by Crazy One at November 23, 2008 10:46 AM
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Thursday, November 20 Even if you weren't wondering: My health status.
Hey, Thanksgiving is a week from today if you're here in the US of A.
If you're not, then I suppose Thursday's a week from today.
Either way, how did it get to be the end of November?
I swear, I'm sure it's the end of September and that's being generous.
Truthfully, I'm just getting to where I feel like I could handle last summer, I won't be ready for late fall until March or so.
I think the whole not being able to breathe for oh, say the last half the summer put me behind.
I'm sick again, just a cold, I think.
However, I'm scared to death of a repeat of whatever that was, so you might say that I'm not appetizing to be around (sorry, hipster Mac geeks and home-based business meeting women near me at Panera right now) as I make doubly sure nothing settles in my lungs.
If you don't know what I mean, ask my office mate. She is acutely aware of my respiratory secretions.
"Secretions".
Heh, if that's not a word for the "bad words" list, I don't know what it.
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