Black Friday outing

The basement room is pitch dark and quite silent, yet strangely, I find myself waking up around 5 a.m. most days. Today, getting back to sleep was a challenge, but I managed to doze off again until I heard Miss Renny awake before 7. After giving her a morning snack, I sent Kaylin back to bed and played with Renny, who also enjoyed some yogurt and blueberries. I attempted to call WestJet three times to inquire about the possibility of changing our trip, but each call was disconnected, with the last one dropping after nearly an hour on hold.

hands free smoothie drinker

Nathan came down to join the playtime as the expert play dough artist. He didn't get much sleep last night but finds it more comfortable than the hospital. Kaylin also came down for her coffee and yogurt bowl. She reminded me that today is officially Black Friday, which explains why WestJet is likely swamped. Afterward, I took the opportunity to slip away for a shower.

couple extra eyes never hurt right?

they also help to do your work better too

For lunch, we had hamburger soup. Renn went for her nap before 1, while Kaylin left for a massage in a funky suit, and Nathan also headed to bed for a nap. I managed to do my Spanish lesson and quickly threw my clothes into the laundry. I did a quick 10-second tidy-up, which, although it may seem pointless, I believe always creates a pleasant atmosphere. Kaylin returned as I was tidying and began to catch up on the blog. Renn took another short nap today, lasting just over an hour, and seemed a bit out of sorts upon waking.

sporting his new white hunting camo

Meanwhile Sheldon was up early leaving home before 6 am to go hunting again with Todd. He was gone all day not back till 8:30 pm. BIG THANKS to Britt for letting Harley out and feeding her after 7.

We decided to go on an outing seeing Renn and I had not left the house since Tuesday other than our walk to the pharmacy. I installed "my" car seat I brought along, unloaded the wooden growth ruler boards, after I took the recyclables and trash out. Then K and R got into the car, and we set off for Costco. Perhaps it wasn't the wisest choice to venture near stores on Black Friday, given the usual bottlenecks at this location. However, I managed to process my returns swiftly, and we wandered through the typically crowded store finding only a couple things but enjoying the samples. Exiting was somewhat quicker, though there was still a considerable wait.

back seat driver Renn

Returning to the townhouse before 4:30, Nathan had risen from his day of rest, having caught up on some sleep. Nathan and Kaylin prepared a fresh steak meal for dinner while I did my Spanish lesson. The fire alarm sounded from smoke, suggesting that their stove hood fan isn't functioning properly; it's possible that the duct could be clogged.

These 3 are enjoying the weekend at Matt's Dad's cabin

The evening was delightful with Renn amusing us as usual. She enjoyed her bath and bedtime routine with Mama and Dada. Meanwhile, I conducted some online sales on coffee makers. Later, they settled down to watch an episode of a show they follow before Nathan went to bed. Kaylin turned in at 10, and I headed to bed where I finished watching 'The Hustle' before turning in.