Mike was still in South Florida so I had a day all to myself with a to do list a mile long. Maddie mad sure I got off to an early start at 7:00 a.m. by jumping on the bed and standing over me until I got my butt up to take her on a walk. Problem was I still hadn't caught up from the lack of sleep the last few days and I wanted nothing more than to climb back in bed with my breakfast tray to watch Breakfast With The Gators. Yes, I know it is sick. I just went to the game yesterday...but there is something so relaxing about watching the game over on TV. I missed my usual viewing partner, but Maddie did her best as a stand in for Mike. I think she was feeling a little guilty for getting me out of bed.
With half the day gone, I finally tackled my list. First priority was making dough for birthday cookies for Ariana. Her mom had requested a mixed basket of 36 cookies for her to to take to school tomorrow and I promised to deliver early this evening. I made White Chocolate Macadamia, Toasted Pecan Chocolate Chip, Tropical Escape and Peanut Butter Cup Chocolate Chip Pecan. Each batch turned out pretty close to perfect. I think it must have been the good mood I was in. In between the dough making and baking I managed to tackle a few of my household chores...unfortunately a few too few. My list is still gargantuan.
I bagged the cookies, wrapped them up in Heartsong finery and headed out to drop them off to Ariana. When I arrived at their home her little sister greeted me in the yard. "Hello, Cookie Lady!" she giggled. It was so cute. Ariana headed out the door to retrieve the basket. The look on her face made all my effort worthwhile. She kept repeating "It is just so beautiful!" My heart was singing as I drove away. I love what I do!
Tonight Mike and I finally got to have our dinner out together that had eluded us on Friday night. We had a wonderful meal at Bonefish with a $25 gift card and a little more. Time alone is OK for accomplishing things, but time with Mike is just plain wonderful!
Many hugs,
Kathy
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