Day 4 of March

Spring - I think so! Snow - yes but why? I know I'm confused, I can only imagine how the animals and trees must be feeling. I will admit though, I did see a rabbit a couple of days ago, and it was still entirely white.
Got a busy, busy week ahead. I have one more day left at the preschool- I know it is for the best (my health and sanity at least), but I am sure going to miss those kids and the two aides that work in the classroom. I'm working 5 days a week with my little guy, plus still doing my cards. And believe it or not, it is still less hours than when I was at the preschool.

Spent the weekend getting my paper work in order (for no particular reason people) As I was coasting in my paper work, I got distracted on Facebook (and not with games) I was reading some comments and I couldn't believe some of the comments on the comments. I understand there is still racisim around, but that someone would actually post such a comment. To think that in this day and age the three R's (being Racisim, religion and rude) are the rudiments to many of the worlds problems. K, just thought that up. I will now step down from my soap box; take a deep breath; and worry about my own beliefs.... over it....Not... but will be.

Visited mom on Sunday. She hadn't been feeling well, but it looks like it might have just been something she ate (and it wasn't the two dead bananas that were sitting in her window sill for the 6 weeks she was in Carewest)

Saturday night, Bill and I went to watch Ashley in a cheerleading demostration at the U of C. I was certainly impressed and also came away with a better understanding of how she gets so many bruises and the odd black eye! Quite a dangerous sport.

Better get the rest of my desk cleared off - long day tomorrow.
Stacey

Day 3 of March

Belated Happy St. Patrick's Day and belated birthday wishes to my Maya. Six years old yesterday. It doesn't seem that long, and yet it seems like we've had her forever!!!!! That makes her 42 in dog years. That would explain the attitude! (Her's not mine!)

It's been a busy past week. Friday night was the Lady Antebellum concert. We had amazing seats; it was amazing music but the actual entertainment was from the group of 4 young cowboys in a couple of rows in front of us. They were thoroughly enjoying the music, the beer and the eye candy. Let me tell you, they are going to break a lot of hearts. The girls would take one look at those black cowboy hats; see them move to the music, and they literally came to them like flys to flypaper. We spent most of the night up in one of the boxes socializing with a service company, but did get back to our seats in time for the main concert. (although I missed Darius Rucker, and I know more of his songs and Lady A.)


This past Wednesday we went to the Car and Truck show gala. Again a great evening. It was a fund raiser and I did my best to get Bill to bid on a couple of live auction items. I even tried to lose him so I could bid on them. Somehow he knew what I was up to and dragged me over the the Ferrari section. (I think we have room in the basement for a jukebox)


Mom is now back home at the manor. She is physically fit and able to readjust, but I am concerned about her memory and hearing. I was over to visit her a couple times on the weekend, and she's in good spirits and enjoying the attention staff and residents are giving her. They took very good care of her at Carewest and I'm wondering if that isn't the type of place she may need. She was very happy there.

Only two weeks (three classes) left at the preschool. I am going to miss 21 little ones. They brought a smile to my face every day!

Better get mom's paperwork caught up so I won't be freaking out during the week.
Stacey

Day 2 of March

For the record, I am sticking with my prediction that spring is around the corner. Yes, despite the snowfall we've received in the last few days. If nothing else, all of this snow has made me ponder a very important question. "Why in the world do we keep building a house with a south back yard. All of the neighbours have clean drive ways - not because they were out there shovelling, but because the sun (despite the cold temperature) melted all their snow away. If we ever move again (and I'll fight that), south in the front!!!!!!!
I watched an interesting "news" show today. Does Anderson Cooper still count as news, even during his afternoon talk show? Anyway the show was about putting information on the interent and some of the outcomes. There were a couple of people who were fired so comments they made. Now, when I listened to these people, I couldn't belive they were naive about what information could be obtained out there. It was of their opinion that stuff they put on was meant for certain people to see only. Really!! So I decided to do a little investigating myself. I tried goggling my name. Now I've done this before, looked at the first 3 or 4 entries and realized I'm not "top news". But today I decided to go a few pages into my name - say 29. My first surprise was how many Stacey Wee's are actually out there; there is one in Hawaii (wish it was me) and one in the U.K. (must like soccer). Most of the time may name came up - Stacey and then next to it would be a wee someone or something or other.... but I plugged away and I actually discovered myself in a few places. Facebook was a popular one for both me and the other Stacey Wee's of the world.Of course I was listed under the preschool; and my previous employer PREP; and then there was a comment I made at the Reggaefest website (thankfully it was a good one); and there was one on a note I sent to Anderson Cooper (he asked about tattoos and what they meant to you) I also entered a contest on Country 105 - showing a mysterious picture of some feet that we took on a camping trip to Lundbreck Falls. One surprising entry I found in the "Cochrane Eagel." It was from a MC horseshow many years ago, and I was the show secretary at the time. There was nothing specific, just mentioned my name. I almost felt famous for that one. And another entry I found was the obituary notice for my father-in-law and I as his daughter-in-law. And of course there was the odd entry from my blog. When I started my blog, I knew the information would be out there. Thankfully I think I've kept that "thought" with me. But I must admit there have been times where I have wanted to use it as a "whipping post." As one of the ladies mentioned on today's show - do not put anything up there that you wouldn't let your children read or your bosses. Hmmm. Maybe I need to adjust maybe one entry!!!!!!!
So next time I go and google my name, I'm sure this specific blog will come up - who knows, maybe the other Stacey Wee's out there will see their names (I have said Stacey Wee enough times yet)
Off to enjoy my book.
Stacey

Day 1 of March

Is it Tuesday yet? Oops a little late, but to be honest, I have been a little busy. Why you might ask? Well I have a new job. Now before your jaw drops and you ask, "How many jobs does this lady need?", keep in mind I am trading in one job for another. Last week, I was approached by a former colleague about working privately with a "just under 2 year old". It is a dream job. Wait a minute, all of my jobs started off as dream jobs; and I can honestly say, all but one are still dream jobs. So after a lot (not really) of soul searching, I decided to hand in my resignation letter to the preschool (the no longer dream job) It was the best thing I could do for me. The sad part is I am going to miss about 34 odd little people who bring a smile to my face every Tuesday and Thursday morning. So according to my contract I have to give a months notice - so my last day is March 28th at the preschool. I am letting parents know discretely about my leaving. Back to the story, so Tuesday morning I hand in my resignation and Tuesday afternoon I am working one on one with my new "child." And already he and his two siblings have my heart. We are still working out my hours and it's great to be able to be so flexible (being part time and all.) On another note, I finished work with the soccer people as well. February 29th was the last class (for the season). I tried to hand in my key to the equipment, but Glenn told me to hang on to it, because he'll be calling. I am so lucky to be able to get paid to do jobs that I love so much. Now if I could just figure out how to get my foot in the door of the hospitals and cuddle babbies, I'd never come out of my "fog."
I spent most of today visiting different stores and trying to find a few items to work with J. (the new little boy) I was disappointed that Scholars Choice had no finger puppets. I guess Walmart will be on my list tomorrow. I did meet Robin for coffee and a quick Costco run. She went for a roast; I went (cause I have the card) She came out with her roast and a new outfit; I came out with an apple pie, sheppards pie and shrimp cocktail; Remember this is costco, and nothing is small there.
time to get working on some cards for my "loves" at the preschool.
Stacey.
PS De- would appreciate a comment to see if the news was worth the wait!!!!!!!