One week into this blogging thing and I'm already neglecting it. So much has happened in one week:

Dan's car was stolen last Thursday as he sat at work - we replaced it the next day with a used SUV. Of course Dan got my car and Jeremy and I get to run around in the new rig. (Babies are not only lovable and cute, but they are really practical when vying for the big car or driving in HOV lanes.) I'm just praying the police don't find Dan's old car, causing us the hassle of good riddance.

My dad returned from Guam and he and Jeremy seem to get along just fine. =)

Mike, Rachelle and Ben moved out from the east coast, and are staying with us for a few days until their apartment is ready. The babies are measuring each other up and although I keep telling Jeremy that Ben is his friend, I don't think he's looking for many relationships beyond Mommy and Daddy. Besides, Ben doesn't carry Jeremy around or bother to feed him.

I did in fact give official notice at work last week and am now enjoying short-timer status. This has not affected my work ethic but rather the ease with which I make decisions. For instance, would I have taken a short coffee break after only a half-hour of work during my pre-notice days? Absolutely - to avoid the rush on the coffee stand when the courthouse opens. The only difference is now I announce I'm going and even ask my boss if she wants anything while I'm down there.

The hum of the teakettle calls.

Amanda Cook OUT!