Article Contributed on: 6/17/2009 8:50:43 PM
Hey Peeps-
I'm taking a study break from bones and joints, just to fill you in on the mundane of my life.
First of all, if you ever want something kept on the DL, don't tell my son Jack. And for those of you who are wondering what "DL" means, you are probably one of those people who still use the phrase "six of one and half dozen another". I mean come on. That phrase takes like a year to even say. Anyway, I asked Jack to casually ask his dad what sorts of things he'd like for Father's Day, but to just be cool about it.
Here's how Jack approached Billy:
Giggling like a schoolgirl, Jack says, "Daddy, just from my imagination, if you WANTED something for Father's Day, like as a gift from me, WHAT exactly would you want?"
Like that even makes sense. I can't blame the poor kid though. He gets his complete lack of subtlety from me.
Billy later informed me to not get him anything. I want to get him something, but the problem is, I never know WHAT to get him. Billy's the best dad I know. He deserves something to reflect that, but I always end up just telling him to buy himself some dumb Xbox game. As for my own dad, his gifts are easy to find. If there's a book discussed on Fox news, that's what I get. This year it's something by Glen Beck. And I decided to throw in "The Reagan Diaries" as well as some chocolate turtle things. What can I say? I was feeling generous at Costco the other day. But Billy. He stumps me.
In other news, our cat Annie has a boyfriend. It's slightly disturbing, and has led to several awk-weird conversations at our house. Let's just say I feel like we may have some kittens in about 60 days. And yes, I know. I used to watch The Price is Right and Bob Barker is disgusted by me. Sure, there's a dog and cat overpopulation problem. But hey, I experienced kittens as a kid, and it was definitely a highlight. I figure my kids should have that opportunity as well. I'll keep you posted. But for now, if you happen to see my cat under the juniper bush, I apologize.
One other thing. Is anyone else wearing wool socks to bed or am I the only one? Hello? Summer? Hello??? Are you coming?