May 30, 2008

der längste Tag

Believe me when I say that this truly was the longest day - der längste Tag.

I spent the day at the elementary school helping out, as it was Fun Day! There was a movie and popcorn for the kids and then a local amusement company had stuff out on the playground for the kids. Who did what depended on what grade they were in, so I followed the third and fourth graders, seeing as how Son is in third grade.

I swear to you now that I will never let that Chipmunk movie anywhere near my home. I saw it today for the first - and last - time. Gawd. What tripe.

And then...and then! A hot and sunny afternoon outside dealing with those games.

Don't get me wrong, I'm glad I went over and helped out, but it was a very long and tiring day. Luckily for me Husband was able to get the day off and stay home with Daughter. I can't imagine how much more worn out I would have been if I'd had to deal with her today.

The best thing, if one can call it that, is that Tuesday, the last day of school, I'll be over there all day again, but this time only with Son's class. That shouldn't be so bad.

The things I do for my kids.

(I almost forgot to mention that my name tag said "Mrs. Eiffel," NOT my first name. I got some strange looks from the other moms and teachers, but I don't care.)