We'z back!

Yes, I have successfully brought the 2nd child home, except, I guess she is not a child.

*sigh*

Now she has a lovely (we hope) 6 week break before heading off to....

FRANCE! Yes, O Language Lover, You have just won a trip to sunny France, the land of wine and riots. (all expenses paid by yourself, of course...but still, it's quite an honor)

As I finished up some shopping, killing time awaiting Sharon, I stumbled into McDonald's in search of a healthful meal. Deciding to eat anyway I cast my observant gaze around the "dining room." It appeared they were going for a Spartan theme, with mismatched card tables and scuffed-up cafe rejects. The sign on the door said they were closing early, due to "refurbishing,"

"Is this for here or to go?"

I took one more sensory whiff of the ambiance-oozing atmosphere and replied, "To GO."

Amidst the chill of evening, I scarfed my fries and burger in the comfort of the little Toyota. I savored each greasy bite, listening to NPR....and then....the cell phone rang.

"Hi, Mommy! We're not to Iowa City, yet...."

*falling crest*

"It will be about 2 hours, or more."

"But, but Sharon....What'll ah do? Where'll ah go? What'll becum uh lil' ol' meyuh?....

*epiphany*

I know, I'll just go the MALL!"

(when the going gets tough, the tough get to the bookstore)

*hides sack*

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