1-9-2012

Today was definitely a quick stop on my way home.  I stopped in around 4 and was in a bit of a hurry because I needed to get Jaymz to drums by 5.  I like stopping by at different times.  It gives you a more complete picture of what's really going on.

I was surprised to see that everyone was already at the table and had their meals by 4:15.  Last time I remember her food getting there around 4:30.  I would think that kind of thing would be on a tight schedule, but I guess not.

Mom looked good.  She was alert, eating and had her hair pinned up in the back.  It looked cute, like a little bun.  She saw me and smiled, and before I could even ask "How are you" she started talking.


"I did not write a bad check.  Somebody found that check on the ground and tried to cash it, but I did not write a bad check.  Ever since I had 2 accounts and somebody tried to cash a check on the other one but I didn't do it."


It's ok, Mom.  I'm sure we'll get it sorted out.

"Oh, we already got it sorted out.  Everything has been taken care of, thank goodness."

'I really like your hair, Mom.  It looks cute that way

"Oh do you?? I just pinned it up until I get it cut...it's just so long."


I know...you'll get it cut on the 18th. "The 18th.  Ok"

I'm sorry I can't stay long today.  I have to hurry and get Jaymz to drums.

"Oh, where does he take drum practice?"

At a school right near our house.  "Where?"  It's a place in Midlothian, near where I live.

"So I need to pick him up there, and bring him here??"  No, no, Mom..I can take him today, but thank you for offering.

It reminded me of all the times where she helped me out, or watched my kids when I traveled.  She really did a lot for me...and my kids...and I didn't always thank her enough.  Although it got to a point when she was starting to show early signs where they weren't safe with her, there were many years before that where I don't think I would have gotten by without her help.

I guess she remembers those times too.

I gave her a hug and a kiss on her forehead.  I'll see you tomorrow, Mom.  Have a good night.

"Ok, you too.  Thanks for stopping by."