Smooth

 I told Everett his ice cream had left quite the debonair mustache ... he responded by showing off his "romantic look"...

Fluffy Boots

These days, it's the little things that make me happy....like Lucy's perfectly fuzzy feet that could easily be confused with a stuffed animal....

Cleared

 When the Internet went out the same afternoon we planted bushes in our yard, we all had our suspicions as to whether it was coincidence or destruction.  I'd say both my name and my little helper's good name were sullied by the speculation.  I'd like to clear one of those names now as the cable guy said our line was not cut and the issue was at the main box.  So, despite his enormous strength, it was not Everett's pick-axe skills at fault...

Hero

They say not all heroes wear capes.  I think this is normally reserved for doctors, police officers, etc., but in my opinion, the guy who came to fix my internet yesterday qualifies.  After spending a few days with no internet connection, I can tell you it is basically the lifeblood of all things entertainment.  In my past life we could have gone to the movies, went bowling, or perhaps met up with some friends.  Now, in the days of COVID, there are no options.  After we were done enjoying the beautiful weather, we had no way to watch football, write blog posts, stream shows or movies, or submit homework.  It was also a joy explaining to Everett, who's had no concept of life without internet, that when Netflix is out we can't just watch Hulu and if Hulu is out, we can't just play video games online. 

Don't get me wrong, I'd say everyone should spend a few days living like old times without connectivity.  It feels weird to forage for food and make your own clothes at first, but you get used to it.  I just wouldn't recommend it at a time there is football, playoff basketball, and you're working and doing school from home.  Then, you need a hero to come save you. 

School Days

 One positive about having Amelia doing school virtually while I work from home is I have a partner that is willing to go get an afternoon ice cream with me. That isn't as easy to find as it sounds ... 

At Last

 It's great when your kids get to the ages where they are actual helps in the kitchen. 

Banana bread, anyone?

Consultant

 I hired a consultant to help me with my work today.  She gave me a full report on her findings... apparently, she found the keyboard to be a great place to take a nap...

New Style

Checklist for going to the pool...

Bathing suit and towels? Check

Cover-up? Check

Sunglasses? Check

Mask in going through public areas on way to pool? Check

Looking like an absolutely insane, potentially murderous person or possibly just a Muppet thanks to COVID?  Check Check Check

Recovery

This little baby had to have surgery yesterday. Despite being so tiny, she took it like a champ...by my calculations, roughly twice as well as Olive did.  In fact, I'm pretty sure she's just going to keep wearing this baby onesie as a night gown after she's healed....

Rocking her furry boot...

Loungewear...

Working From Home

 After we get this dining room molding finished, I have to hurry up and get back to going in the office before we find more projects to do around the house.  My brain is on the brink of writing checks my skill set can't cash.