I knew that may would melt away as it has been PACKED full of stuff… wondering if I have ever crammed so much into one small month! even still, these last few lingering days have so much going on. my head is spinning! We had a Creative Escape meeting today, and went over all the kits, all the classes, all the ordering, kitting, the preview day (where we have all the volunteers take all the classes- and basically do a ‘dry run’ of the event)… It’s exciting to see how much further ahead we are this year, than we were last… and at the same time, realize how much more there is to do! I love it though! The classes and projects are going to be awesome! We have planned all kinds of new surprises (I love the surprises) and it’s cool that we all know each other better-as a team and can work together so well! the hardest thing is still doing ALL the OTHER stuff that is required in our regular jobs! It’s a lot… but so worth it!
So I got home tonight, it was 6:30pm, and I had no idea what I was going to do for dinner and everyone was of course in stage 4 of hunger… so I pulled out the DINO-nuggets and campbell’s soup… as I was waiting for the heating up process to take place, I came up to check on my emails, and noticed these 3 emails from “DREAM DINNERS”…I thought it was so weird. The first one was confirmation of my account. The second was a confirmation of my order, and when it could be picked up… and the 3rd, a receipt… I was to pick up pork chops, pot roast and chicken enchiladas tomorrow between 12-2:30… I had no idea what it was from…as I scrolled a few more emails down, I clicked open an email from my mom… and among other things, it said this:
I have a little surprise for you. As we drove to the freeway I saw the Dream Dinners place again so I called there just now and have ordered you 3 dinners that they are assembling for you. All you have to do is pick them up tomorrow (Thurs) between 11:30 am and 2 pm. They are my treat (hopefully your kids will think they are a treat). If you can't get there for some reason, call them at 641-6050 and work something out. I ordered: 1) pork chops 2) Sunday roast beef 3) chicken enchiladas. Enjoy!!! Let me know how you all liked them and maybe this is something I could do instead of coming down to cook for you. Enjoy!!! XOXOXOXO Mom
All I could do is SOB! THANKS MOM! What a very thoughtful thing to do… nothing would help me more right about now, and lighten my load just enough to make it seem bearable! Then… I sat here wondering why that never occurred to me!! seriously… I think I just make everything SO DIFFICULT!
I did manage to put together some little “thank you” gifts for my kids’ teachers. Tomorrow, school is officially out! I have such an appreciation for my kids’ teachers… they have all been excellent and loving with my kids. I am so thankful for the tremendous effort that they make on their behalf…I got a big fluffy beach towel, some sunscreen and a new magazine! Here’s to hoping they will each spend a day or two sitting, relaxing by a pool in the sun!
How awesome! Your mom is one neat lady, I love her blog as well. Aren't moms the best?!?!
Enjoy it Heidi I cant think of anyone who deserves it more than you. I don't know how you do all that you do. You amaze and inspire me...Enjoy your wonderful meals!
Posted by: Natalie Allen | May 23, 2007 at 08:02 PM
Mom's are simply the best! That is why it's so wonderful to be one. I agree...you do deserve it!
Posted by: Amy Williams | May 23, 2007 at 08:27 PM
aaawww, what a sweetheart of a mom! What a fantastic teacher gift idea, i am sure they will love it!
Posted by: Tammy | May 23, 2007 at 08:30 PM
What a great surprise from your mom. I need a dream dinners down here. Not for the same reason though, I just don't enjoy cooking!!
And what an adorable gift for the teachers..such a great idea!
Posted by: Leah | May 23, 2007 at 08:34 PM
Sounds like an awesome gift. I hope you enjoy them. I would love to try them myself.
I also love the teacher gifts. I have been trying to come up with something for my son's preschool teacher and I love it. I kept trying to come up with something to make but I know I just don't have the time right now either so this is great and I think it will be appreciated.
Posted by: Patti | May 23, 2007 at 08:46 PM
Okay you are officially the most incredibly creative and clever person I have ever known (of)!!!! The teacher gift absolutely ROCKS! I may have never come up with that!! I love how your brain works! And hey girl...do not kick yourself for not thinking of the dinner idea....you have an awful lot on your brain/plate these days! What a mom!!!!!! It is apparant where you come up with your cleverness! Great lady and how nice for her to save your day (errr days!) We all wish we had a mom like that (and to BE a mom like that)!!
Heidi your inspiration is never ending....the Legacy you have been left and the one you are leaving is priceless....pat yourself on the back and give yourself a break! Blessings to you!
Thanks for all you do in AY2R...Love the class, love the journey!!!
Sherry
Posted by: Sherry | May 23, 2007 at 10:31 PM
I want to come and teach your kids!! That teacher gift rocks - they are going to love your kids even more!!!! And your Mom is so sweet to do that for your family. Enjoy your suppers together!
Posted by: Crystal | May 23, 2007 at 11:24 PM
What a wonderful gift from your mother. Unexpected thoughtfulness is the best. Love, love, love the teacher gifts. Just finished mine yesterday and posted them on my blog. Yeah for the end of the school year. Happy days to you.
Posted by: Karol | May 24, 2007 at 03:47 AM
What a wonderful treat from you mom. How thoughtful!
Posted by: Kiera Black | May 24, 2007 at 04:39 AM
You're mom is just the BEST! What a sweet thing to do!
And I love the thank you gifts - perfect! And totally something that they'll use and enjoy.
Posted by: Michelle Gauthier | May 24, 2007 at 04:57 AM
My mom bought a bunch of Let's Dish meals (same as Dream Dinners) for us just before we had our baby a few months ago -- they were so convenient and so yummy. Enjoy!!
Posted by: heidi | May 24, 2007 at 05:16 AM
Thank goodness for moms and their wonderful ideas! They seem to know just what we need even before we do...Amazing! I admit, I still love it when my mom asks if I'm coming over, because that ALWAYS means she's cooking! And it's even better, as she's Chinese, so more often than not, she's cooking Chinese! Yum! Nothing's better than homemade Chinese food!!
Let me know how the dinners are! I've thought about doing that, as it would save so much time on the days I'm at work; I've just always wondered if the dinners were any good.
Love the teacher gift! I'll have to remember that one for next year!
Posted by: Nita | May 24, 2007 at 05:16 AM
Your mom ROCKS! She sounds a lot like my mom, because that is totally something that my mom would do to! And, those teacher's gifts! EXCELLENT! I may have to copy you!!! :)
Posted by: Shealynn | May 24, 2007 at 05:29 AM
I give your mom an A+! You get pretty high marks yourself on such a creative and fun
teacher's gift.
Posted by: Nancy | May 24, 2007 at 05:30 AM
What a great idea. My neice just had a baby and I know exactly what she'll be getting next week. We have a dream dinner here and I have had the enchiladas and they are very tastey.
Great Teacher gift idea too. I need a good bus driver gift idea.
Posted by: Stephanie | May 24, 2007 at 06:19 AM
What a great mom! That is such a cool idea... pre-ordered, regular, take out! I also like what you did for the teachers, such a thoughtful gift and so much cooler than a fruit basket! Great job Heidi!
Posted by: EmmaJ | May 24, 2007 at 07:12 AM
oooooh! how wonderful of your mom! and the teacher gifts make me want to cry. you show appreciation so wonderfully. you make me think "hmm. what wonderful thing can i do for someone today!"
Posted by: Nilaja Whitaker | May 24, 2007 at 07:23 AM
your gift ideas are just the bomb! you really should do a book on creative & different (yet simple) gift ideas!
sam
Posted by: sam cousins | May 24, 2007 at 07:38 AM
How sweet of our mom to do that for you. Aren't surprises like that the best? :o)
Love your cute gift for your kids teachers - how creative!!
Posted by: Denise | May 24, 2007 at 08:34 AM
Geez its the simplist of gifts that make the biggest impression.... Your Mom's gift-- Wow -- who couldn't use that extra time it takes to make dinner??? And your teacher gift!! Just Wow on the simplisty of it-- but the impact and message!! Thanks for sharing with us
Posted by: Vicki | May 24, 2007 at 08:39 AM
Geez its the simplist of gifts that make the biggest impression.... Your Mom's gift-- Wow -- who couldn't use that extra time it takes to make dinner??? And your teacher gift!! Just Wow on the simplisty of it-- but the impact and message!! Thanks for sharing with us
Posted by: Vicki | May 24, 2007 at 08:40 AM
Your Mom... beyond thoughtful!
Your kids out of school... I'm jealous!
The teacher's gift... darling!
Posted by: gillian | May 24, 2007 at 08:59 AM
as a teacher, I have to say that your gift is a great idea! so thoughtful and sweet -- and totally usefull!
Posted by: Jennifer W. | May 24, 2007 at 09:31 AM
what a very sweet and thoughtful mom you have! she knows how hard you're working and how much you have on your plate!
heidi, i just can't wait for creative escape!! so, so looking forward to it! I LOVED the surprises and it's those little things that made the event such a memorable/special one last year!!
also loving the teacher's gift and may have to copy that one for my son's kindergarten teacher! so creative and thoughtful heidi--hey you are like your mom!! :)
thanks for sharing!
Posted by: Tammy | May 24, 2007 at 09:57 AM
That's neat. Another site I've been liking is www.savingdinner.com.
Posted by: Kim | May 24, 2007 at 10:03 AM