Vacation . . . have to get away!

I keep singing that GoGo's song! It doesn't help that they put it in a commercial! What's that called again JAS? :-)

Later today I am off to Orlando! Elijah is very excited! I'm doing laundry and packing as I write this. I have my checklist and of course I need to squeeze in a quick shopping trip before I go! It looks like nice weather in Michigan this coming week, so I don't feel too bad about leaving you all behind!

There's supposed to be internet at the condo, so I may be posting while I am there. I sure hope the internet works because I have homework to do! They of course have fee-based internet in the lobby, but who wants that!

I may post again before I go! I have more customer service issue stories from yesterday! Yikes!

Is Superior Service Gone?

I'm irritated and thought I would vent. On Saturday, I took Elijah to the shoe store to get his "Spring/Summer" shoes as well as some sandals for our trip to Florida. We always to go this shoe store in Garden City because they have Stride-Rite shoes and "the boy" always needs a wide shoe. So, I've been going to this place since 2003 and we get shoes 3-4 times a year when you count the Winter boots, sandals, etc.

So Saturday we go and a man helps us. He measure Elijah's foot and adjusts the side part (indicating wide), and proceeds to go get the shoes Elijah picked out. He tries them on and I ask the man what size they are: 13! I mention the wide foot and he agrees. Needless to say we buy two pairs and leave. I get home and happen to be looking at the box and notice it says 13M, not 13W. So I grab the other box . . . same thing! At this point I'm ticked because they are closed and are not open Sunday.

Yesterday, I call the store and another man says to bring Elijah and the shoes in and he will check them. I rush home from work, get Elijah and the shoes. When we get there, the man that helped us Saturday is there along with the other man I spoke to on the phone. The one that sold us the shoes seems to have an attitude and comments that the shoes are velcro. The other one proceeds to measure Elijah's feet and points out to the other guy that his foot is clearly wide. In the meantime, another customer walks in, so the one that sold us the shoes is busy with them. The other guy says that the shoes will work for him because he has plenty of room. I indicate that considering he has had wide shoes for the last three years, that had the other guy had a conversation with me that the medium would work, we wouldn't be here today. He agrees, but no apology, no nothing! Now I wasn't expecting something free, but an apology would have been nice.

If anyone knows of a kids shoe store that sells Stride-Rite in the Canton area, let me know! I'm looking for a new shoe store!

Elijah's Good Deed

I just had to post again today. Elijah went to the grocery store with Grandpa Hayse and while they were there, an older lady dropped some change. Elijah ran up and picked up all the coins for her. She was so tickled by his nice deed that she gave him a quarter. He is so proud of it and asked me to hold it for him. He also asked Grandpa if he could buy me some flowers. Isn't that sweet!

Jiu-Jitsu Anyone?

Elijah is officially a martial arts student! We have been "shopping around" to see if it is something he wants and is able to do. Last night we signed up! He looks so cute in his uniform! Prior to signing up he had a one on one class with the instructor. He got to block punches, throw punches and kick! He has a good punch, so look out! He was so cute saying "yes, sir!" My hope is that he will not only learn some self defense skills but also build his confidence.

Spring Fever

Elijah was sick so we stayed home today. I've been fighting something myself, but I don't seem to be as sick as him. Anyways, I was watching the news and they showed that some parts of the country are still getting snow! WHAT! Please don't let it snow near me! I just packed up Elijah's sweatshirts! Did I mention we are going to Florida in NINE days!

This is the last week of my accounting class. I received the info on my marketing class . . . another team project! This time we get to pick our teams! My first reaction each time I read a syllabus for one of these classes is 'how am I going to do this?' So far I have been very blessed with great professors and good grades. I hope my blessings don't run out anytime soon!

Did anyone catch Alias last night? WOW!

Happy Easter!

Happy Easter! I hope you have a wonderful day!

I'm waiting for Elijah to wake up and see what the Easter Bunny brought him! Yesterday we did an Easter Egg Hunt at Auntie J and Uncle Chad's house. He had so much fun playing with his cousins! (He also took a very good nap after! :-))

Good Friday to You

Is it proper to wish someone a Happy Good Friday? Today symbolizes a sad time, but the end result is a happy one . . . I need a scholarly religious person to comment on this one!

I'm off today because Elijah's daycare is closed. We've got some activities to keep us busy and we'll close the day out by going to the Fish Fry at St. Mary's. Feel free to join us if you would like!

I'm back from Miami!

I went to Miami yesterday for work. I'm back today and figured out I was there for exactly 23 hours! It was fun and I got to see Uncle Chuck! Since it has been six years since I have seen him (at my wedding), that was by far the best part of the trip. I stayed at the Doral Golf Resort and Spa -- A Marriott Resort. I guess Tiger Woods is there a lot since they always have the Ford Championship there. I apologize to all those avid golf fans, but it didn't mean much to me! I got to see some old friends and made some new ones, but I'll be back to the old routine tomorrow!

I'll be back in Florida in 18 days! Yahoo!

Happy Birthday Laurie!

Happy Birthday to my sister-in-law Laurie. Elijah and I just left her a voice mail! I hope you had a great day!

Another busy week comes to an end. Monday and Tuesday were rough adjusting to the time change. Why can't they do the time change on a Friday night and give people the weekend to re-adjust?

I'll be doing homework and packing this weekend . . . did I mention I'm going to Miami? I've had Will Smith's song in my head all week! I'm only there for 23 hours, but 20 of it is open for celebration! I get to go because of a sales award I won. Others in the office left today, but stayed back to spend time with my "sweetie" (Elijah).

Have a great weekend!

What I did on my birthday . . .

I started out my day by taking Elijah to the dentist. He was so good. He let her clean and brush his teeth. (The first visit to the dentist was just a ride in the chair. The second visit was just a cleaning, no brushing). The didn't use the water gun, so he got to spit in the bowl -- fun times for a boy!

Later in the afternoon, I had a massage. I wish I could have one every day!

In the evening, Elijah and I went out to dinner with my dad. Elijah likes it when they sing for someone's birthday. The server came up to the table and Elijah kept saying: "it's my mommy's birthday!"

Thank you for those who called and those who sent cards! I really appreciate it. It feels a little weird this birthday since I have officially lived longer than Gary. C'est la vie I suppose!

Happy April!