Right now I am listening to him.  And I really want to watch her sing about a sugar and medicine.  I could use some sugar today.  It's been a boring peas and turkey sandwich day.

I snuck some of the kids' koolaid and it made me grin a little.

I got the grades back on my exam.  And I pulled it off.  I guess God let me keep my pride for one more day.  I don't usually care for exams, but this class is so hard. 

One of the girls in my class told me she skipped because she went to a comic store with a boy. 

I said Hunny.  I will skip because I need a nap.  Or because I want a popsicle.  I'd miss for a walk in the park.  But I would never skip for a boy.  If he wanted to eat a popsicle or go for a walk, well.  That's a different story.

She sighed.  Apparently boys who take you to comic stores are not as fascinating as they sound. 

Yesterday was a day that I was nervous for.  The night before I almost packed a bag.  Not to go anywhere, but just to pack.  I thought maybe the act would help.  I went driving instead.  A friend told me that there's a place outside of Gretna, a place up high and from it you can see the whole valley.

I tried to find it, but it was dark. 

I ended up listening to Dean and going on the fast roads instead. 

My mom asked me why driving?  What does it do for you?

I suppose it lets me feel in control a bit.  And it gets me away from everything.  I drive because it quiets my soul and soothes my nerves and builds my peace.
I roam at night.  So that I am ready for the day.

And this day is beautiful.  I love fall.

Tonight I want to go for a walk on leaves.  And I want to sit outside with hot cider and an old book.

And maybe after I'll fall asleep to Mary Poppins singing of chimineys and sugar.