A mixed-up list

Connor often describes his days as "mixed up," as in "I was a little bit bad, but mostly good." Thus, here is my mixed-up list today, as it can't always be all happy.

1. I am HAPPY that Brian took the day off on Wednesday to work on our taxes, thus affording me an afternoon to wander and do as I pleased; I just don't do that very often. I headed to Boulder, which always makes me HAPPY. I drove up Boulder Canyon a ways, and spent some quiet time sitting next to a mountain stream. Quiet, contemplative thinking time is delicious to me. I also shopped the afternoon away. I am HAPPY with my new candle from Bath and Body Works, Pineapple Orchid. The scent is heavenly, and the pale pink color is divine.
I could have bought just about everything in Ann Taylor Loft. I did get a super cute shirt, but...
...I am SAD that this lovely number didn't fit me perfectly. This season's orchid color is stunning. I might have to get it anyway; why oh why didn't this one come in petite? I can often get away with regular shirts, but this one didn't hit me quite right. Darn shortness.

2. I am HAPPY that Cadbury Creme Eggs are back in stores...
...but SAD that my new Weight Watchers regimen doesn't allow much room for them. Do you think it counts as points if I just lick one?

3. I am HAPPY that I started jogging again, and have gone 3 or 4 times each week for the past 4 weeks. I haven't been regular with my jogging since before having Lucas. Jogging is therapy for me; the physical and emotional rewards are many. A few problems areas have already tightened up a tad, and my first week on WW dropped me 3 pounds. Nothing sad 'bout that.

4. I am SAD that the economy continues to worsen. It has hit hard a number of friends and family, and dealt a big blow to my little hometown yesterday. I don't hold out a lot of hope that the stimulus plan is going to magically turn things around, I think time unfortunately is going to be one of the biggest factors here. And Brian's company is suspending dental insurance for a year, grrrr...

...but I am HAPPY we have a job.

5. I am HAPPY that Danny Gokey and Alexis Grace advanced to the top 12 on American Idol, but...

... I am SAD that Anoop didn't. I love Anoop. I *might* have a slight crush on him.

6. I am HAPPY that I had a fun dinner with some good friends last evening, whom I hadn't seen in a while, but...

... I am SAD that the chips and salsa did me in. As in I had a moment of weakness. But I will press on.

7. I am SAD that Isabel's dance teacher is moving away and is only teaching Isabel's class for 2 more weeks. Miss Belinda is fabulous, very spunky and energetic and makes dance class a most fun place for little girls to be. She and Isabel get along famously, but...

... I am HAPPY that the new teacher has an amazing background and has taught dance all over the world. And we are getting her at a rec-center price! From our little class newsletter, "Ms. Phan (pronounced Fawn) has taught jazz, tap, hip-hop and ballet in London and Paris for the World Dance Conference, and was the top selected choreographer to teach in Korea at Euro Disney. Ms. Phan has been all over the U.S. and has directed, performed and choreographed hundreds of shows. She is the daughter of the fabulous Ms. Kit Andree, and has studied with teachers and Broadway stars such as Luigi, Bob Fosse and Thommie Walsh (2-time Tony Award Winner).

Impressive background, but I really hope she is as fun, because that's my main concern for a 3-year-old.

Have a HAPPY weekend!