The wind is just howling around the house after an artic
blast reached us about two p.m. I managed to get in a short
walk before the north wind knocked me off my feet.

This is the kind of weather that calls for a good book and
hot chocolate. I picked up the girls from school and Adrienne
was seven minutes late. Then she came with Dakota who lives
a block from me so I took him home too. I did not tell her
mother or her sister. Personally, I think both of their
hormone levels are over the top. She knows I am available
for consultation.

I spent most of the day shopping and organizing the cabinets.
I made a major score couponing, the only time I ever got a
freebie with a dollar off on a 99cent package of sugar cookies. The girls have already devoured them.

I watered everything yesterday, hoping the plants that are
still alive won't freeze. It has been so dry here.

I am making a big pot of soup. Ted is trying to lose
30 pounds before his visit to the doctor. It ain't easy
but I am helping all I can.