Crazy With A Capital "C"

Today I left work sick. I've left early many times, but never for being sick. I don't think I would have gone home had my doctor's office not advised it. Regardless, it was a good decision because I ended up taking a three hour nap. I honestly think my exhaustion more than likely was the culprit of a wonderfully blessed week and a super crazy Wednesday.

After work yesterday I ran home to clean a little bit and do some laundry. Then I picked Eli up at daycare. We had to run a few errands and stop by the post office to mail the fabric for Ellie's curtains . My dad working his magic, and I can't wait to see them. I also sent a "get well" card to my aunt Karen who had a double mastectomy this morning. PRAISE THE LORD the cancer is contained and her reconstructive surgery went well!

After our errands Eli and I met Emma, Macy, and Abby Drew for a play date at Just Kiddin'. It's an indoor playground with bouncy houses for the kids. He had so much fun. Although, seeing how much these two have grown nearly breaks my heart!

After getting out a little energy, Eli and I headed to church for Wednesday night dinner. My class usually starts early, which means I don't get to go to dinner. However, our new study is a little shorter which means a later start time and a chance to eat dinner with our church family.

I think Eli was pretty happy with the new arrangement because he and Griffin loved eating together and running around before the church service started. Who am I kidding? Eli ran around in the nursery and the new church building while I toured it. I can't say that I'm sorry because last night he slept like a dream!!

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