Sunday School

For a day of "rest," I sure spent a busy day. And learned a few things along the way in Sunday "school."

I learned that a handwritten card or note to say "hi" or "thanks" is always appreciated.

I learned that I'll always run into someone I know at Wal-Mart so it's good to put on makeup and fix my hair before leaving the house.

I learned that when I say "WE should paint Carter's room," it really means "Daddy should do it." (And he did a great job!)

I learned that even Puffs with Lotion feel rough after using 89 tissues in a 12-hour period.

I learned that if you give a 10-year-old some sidewalk chalk and shoo him outside, he can "create" his own basketball court -- including a 3-point line and one further out just labeled "Wow" (or MOM if you look at it right).

I learned that it sucks to get old and have health problems.

I learned that it's really easy, though, to pray for those who do.

I learned that Tiger Woods will always be entertaining to watch.

I learned that I will never golf even a fraction as good!

I learned that getting ready for a garage sale reminds you of how much "crap" you have -- and possibly worthless crap at that.

I learned that some of the things we moved into our new house 8 years ago are still in the same place ... and inside their "moving" box.

I learned that a mother still loves you even if you call 4 days late for her birthday.

I learned that even if you are too full from supper, there's always room for dessert!

I learned that ironing isn't such a terrible chore, but I wouldn't want to have to do it every day.

I learned that it's not as fun to watch college hoops when none of your Final Four will make the Final Four.

I learned that dropping hints about a Mint Oreo Blizzard doesn't mean you get one.

I learned that getting two dozen roses is a helluva lot better than mint anything.

I learned that when my soul mate and I started our journey 12 years ago on this weekend, there's no way we would have envisioned the blessings we have today.

(Or the boxes of "crap.")