It's Saturday morning and the first week of school is in the bag. No problems! What a relief! My friend, Robin, left me a comment, and her son Dean seems to be doing AOK as well. YAY!!!

I have had several revelations this week. My daughter is determined to become the most clingy and possibly the youngest nudist in the world. When she isn't hanging from the end of my locks, she is shedding all layers and running around the house. Her brothers are none too happy about the frequent displays of anatomy. I am seriously considering duct tape. But she is learning to say "Please, Daniel" before she rips whatever he is holding from him. And she does have the common decency to say "Thank you, Daniel" after she takes it and leaves him in a heap of tears.

But I will not discourage her confidence. When I was growing up, I was always amazed at how cool and collected others seemed. I wanted to have their good looks, confidence, style, coordination, whatever the cool thing was. But as I have grown I have realized a few things. While I may not be the coolest or most coordinated or stylish nobody else really is either. They have a few things that seem great, but they are just juggling life like me. Everybody, including myself, has strengths and weaknesses. And none of us should ever feel less than, because one simple fact remains true for eternity..........Everybody and I mean everybody farts. There is no getting around it. If you ever feel intimidated or overshadowed by someone else or their strengths, just remember that little tidbit. You'll feel better. Promise.

Today is a day for shopping. We need raincoats and umbrellas and long pants for the baby. Not that she will keep the pants on, I suppose.

Penny, if you are reading this post, I am going to share the video you sent me. I think it was hilarious. My aunt shared this viral video with me last week. It is a group of guys dancing on treadmills. I would break my everloving neck just standing on one.

Enjoy

http://youtube.com/watch?v=pv5zWaTEVkI