All Grown Up

No foolishness here today.  After yesterday morning's wrestling match with the Ice Age Travel Mug that was purely the result of my irresponsible non-mug-bringing-into-the-house ways, I was determined to be a better Sheepie.  More like a grown up and all that stuff...

I sensibly washed the mug last night so it was ready and waiting for me this morning.  I had my coffee in hand come departure time and even had a nice fruit salad prepared for my mid-day repast.  There was a line at the gas station this morning, but I judged the go-juice to be at an acceptable level for the commute so I didn't wait.  Hence, I was just a bit early getting to work.

I taught America's Future with great seriousness.  I only chuckled  the littlest bit when The Kid Who Has Impulse Control Issues looked at his Language Arts packet and opted to cry out a tame, "Jeez...that's a stuff-load of work!"  I then complimented his restraint, as evidenced by his not saying what he was actually thinking.  I did this in a very grown up manner.  I did not pat his head.  I've seen teachers do that in old movies and thought it might work well for a spinster sort of educator in this situation, but worried that it might be just a bit over the top.  I think it was the right choice.

While my colleagues were gleefully gamboling around the school and merrily predicting a snow day for tomorrow, I took the high road.  I somberly stated my belief that there would be naught but a two hour delayed start given the current weather reports for our area and cautioned them to please not stay up past their respective bedtimes.  It wouldn't do to have grumpy teachers all trying to drive to work in bad weather, becoming even more grumpy as a result and then trying to teach helpless little children.  

For the record, I'm hedging my bets just a little bit on this one.  There is a possibility of a snow day tomorrow, I'll admit.  But, I'm leaning towards my being at work come the morning.  However, just to be on the safe side, I've pulled out the waffle maker.  I wouldn't want to be unprepared for waffling tomorrow if I don't have to go in to school.

I gassed up the truck on the way home so that I won't have to do it tomorrow and be late again.  I then came home and dutifully completed the Tuesday Workout.  (which I did not want to do)  And, yes, there was knitting performed while I pedaled away on the little exercise bike.  Very adult, practical type knitting, too.  

A very mature and sensible sock for a mature and sensible Sheep

Why, I even completed the heel flap as I pedaled away!  And, not wanting to stop lest the calorie burning be affected, I turned the heel from memory and picked up the heel stitches without missing a rotation of the pedals.  We shall see just how "responsible" that decision was once the heel is further into the gusseting stage and the possible errors become more apparent.  For now, we are basking in the glow of responsible decision making whilst Knitercizing.  A good bask does wonders for one's outlook, I've found.

A sensible dinner was eaten and the Big, Fluffy Kitty was denied her share of it even though she begged and used her "cute eyes."  She can have her approved snack later this evening.  We are also working towards being a more responsible pet owner in addition to our efforts at getting to work on time and not becoming overly excited about snow days.

Yes, I have turned over a new leaf.  There has been no playing with the Pez dispenser collection.  We have not been tempted by knitting wee, little baby things because they are a breeze to finish and offer the instant gratification.  We are getting to work on time and drinking from a relatively clean mug on the commute.  We are sensibly fed and watered.  We are endeavoring to create foot coverings to keep us warm on these cold winter days.  It's all Responsibility All The Time and we shall be a better person because of it.  We also seem to be using the Royal, "We" a lot, but that is probably a normal sort of side effect for grown up people such as ourselves.  All in all, it is a right and just way to live.

It's also a little bit boring.  I'll probably crack any day now, maybe get a dragon tattoo or something.  There is no way I'll be able to maintain it.  No way at all...

SA