Wednesday, August 25, 2021

What's Up Wednesday

 What we're eating this week...
This is a weird week because the kids are away so Dave and I are going out to eat a few times.

What I'm reminiscing about...

As we get ready to head back to another school year where the kids are wearing masks, I have been reminiscing about our months in this pandemic.  Despite what is happening in other parts of the world (and even in Canada), Ontario seems destined to keep its restrictions for some time. I'm fine with the masks but I hope that the kids have more options for extra-curricular activities this year (and that we won't be too disrupted with symptoms and close contact requiring tests and quarantine). 

What I'm loving...

We are having a hot and humid week that I love, but I also love having our new conditioner :)

What we've been up to...

This month we have had family visits interspersed with camping/cottage trips.  My mom was here, then my dad, and then Dave's parents and sister. 




What I'm dreading...

The extent of the 4th wave.  I feel as though we could get it under control, but I do know that cases will continue to grow with the return to school, more people moving around and travelling, and the colder weather.  

What I'm working on...

It's time to clean out the food cabinets and then figure out what we need to replenish from the Bulk Barn. 

What I'm excited about...

I'm excited to see who E and Q will have for their teachers this year.  Q is starting French Immersion and E will be in Grade 5.  I always love the start of a new school year, even if I'm no longer the one going to school!

What I'm wearing...

Nothing new lately but I'm hoping to do some shopping to pick up a few new things.

What I'm watching/reading...

I am finally catching up on This Is Us.  We are also watching Ted Lasso.  I have a few other shows I want to see like White Lotus, Nine Perfect Strangers, and Dr. Death. 

I'm reading Barack Obama's book but I may not be able to finish it.  It's good but really long and I want to move onto other books. 


What I'm listening to...

Mostly podcasts.  I will put on some instrumental music (Pop Got Classical) when I'm working too.

What I'm doing this weekend...

As I mentioned above the kids are away so Dave and I have some kid-free time.  We will go out for dinner, go golfing, and maybe go shopping. 

What I'm looking forward to next month...

Our last camping trip of the summer, the first day of school, our trip to Nova Scotia, seeing our family there, and then Q's 5th birthday.  I love summer but I also love starting a new season.

What else is new...

Canadians, this is your advance reminder to get ready for our upcoming federal election.  Election day is September 20 and if you will be busy that day then vote in the advance polls.  I always say this and I will say it again, your vote counts so make sure you get out there and make your mark.



Linking up with Shay.

2 comments:

  1. Enjoy your kid-free time!!! And yes, I always love the start of the school year -- even if it's not for me :) And ohhhhhh -- a trip to Nova Scotia -- yay yay yay!!!

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  2. We really enjoyed The White Lotus (weird but I just could not turn away!) and we're currently watching 9 Perfect Strangers. I read the book years ago but really only remember the basic premise so I am enjoying the show a lot. I bet if I had just read the book I'd be bummed that it was so different. Enjoy your kid free time!!

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