I've survived the birthday party. The decorations are down, the cake is gone (not even one piece was left, the devils) and the presents have been put away. He has FOUR more birthday parties this week. FOUR. Two friends, his cousin and his miniparty on Wednesday for family. So much for vacation week.

I"m off to bring the girl to school, to Target for a gift card, to the ice rink for a party (because what could be more relaxing then having to lug around and then put on full hockey gear), and then it'll be relaxation time.

Oh, happy Patriot's Day. It's a Massachusetts only holiday to celebrate the original Patriots of this country and not the men with the pigskin. The Boston Marathon will be run today. I don't have to work and it is beautiful outside. All is well :)

*Sorry, didn't know that Maine also celebrated Patriot's Day. They used to be a part of Massachusetts but then they learned how to drive and seceded.

** All was well, until my son just threw up everywhere.

***The puking might have been a one time occasion. He seems fine....a false sense of security maybe...