A survey for my readers:

What can I do to make Sunday special and to fill in what feels like a very long afternoon, when my husband is not available for "family time"? I have qualms about doing regular everyday activities, such as housework or shopping, and it's too hot to go outside much. As adorable and fascinating as my daughter is, sitting in the floor all afternoon watching her play and letting her crawl on me is a sure way to make the day go by very s-l-o-w-l-y.

One Saturday night I got desperate enough to prepare a bunch of activities out of the "Slow & Steady, Get Me Ready" book, thinking it would at least keep us occupied for awhile on Sunday. I won't tell the exact result, but suffice it to say I'm listing the book on half.com next week.

So, ideas are appreciated. By the way, the birthday party was an enormous success, much better than I ever could have imagined. Everyone had a good time and C. was at her best! Whoohoo!