first day of friday school

miriam got out of the shower last night with a whole list in mind of what she would need to do the next morning before leaving for friday school. she also wanted to make both her and levi's lunch. i had to go out for a bit and when i returned, there was her list on the table (dictated by her, written down by daddy) and the sandwiches were made and in their lunchboxes in the fridge, each accompanied by a folded napkin (competely her idea). where did this litte list-maker/planner come from, i wonder...? :) needless to say, she's excited. levi was initially apprehensive about the whole idea, but by this morning he was also looking forward to it. i feel very blessed to be a part of this program this year. it is really well-organized and so far all the staff i have met are wonderful.

so, what to do with the rest of my day?? i didn't want this two mile run hanging over my head all day, and with it being cool & cloudy this morning, i figured i'd just get it over with. so... I DID IT!! even while pushing the jogging stroller, which matt usually does when we go together. i'm not sure which was harder, the last 1/2 mile or giving birth. but i am getting better at my self-talk -- less "this sucks" and more "i can do this!". and now, i think some rachael ray and a nap (sawyer willing) may be in order.