Last week was the week of the unexpected at our house.
First, Alex jumped/fell (depends on who you ask) off of our bed and somehow has a minor fracture in one of the small bones on top of his foot. So he spent the next couple of days crawling around the house and lounging with his foot propped up being iced. By the end of Tues he was ready to go back to school. However, no school on Wed (unexpected) as it snowed and snowed- and we thought we were moving to a place were it hardly snowed. Not this winter. In January we had over 11 inches of snow compared to the 1 inch in Jan 07. We have been searching the stores for a snow shovel and have ended up borrowing from our neighbors as snow shovels disappear as quick as they come in.
Another unexpected, at least for me, was the passing of Pres. Hinckley. While I know he was 97 and his health was declining I had it in my mind that he would always be here with us. I will miss his humor and his encouraging remarks. I am greatful for his many years of service and his work of bringing so many temples to the earth. One of my favorite quotes from him is "Try a little harder to be a little better." I will truly miss him, but greatful he is reunited with his wife and others who went before him.
My latest craft project turned out to be a success (unexpected). I often concieve of great projects in my mind and not always do they turn out the way I would like. Especially, sewing projects. Syd's carseat cover was falling apart so I made a new one and it fit. She loves it and sat in her chair for an hour not wanting to get out. Maybe this will make her want to get in the car a bit easier!
Superbowl Sunday! We were cheering for the Giants and low and behold the underdog won (unexpected)! Zach was really rooting for the Giants even though he was wearing his Tom Brady jersey. We watched the game with some friends from college and had a great time!
So far this week is normal and I am thankful.
