Shopping, in the normal sense of the word, is something that I emphatically deplore. But shopping for specific (non clothing) things, with money in hand, and the place where it will be purchased predetermined can be quite enjoyable.

We went to Provo, UT to stay with my little sister while my mom was gone to Ecudor, and I had the chance to do some shopping for things that I can't get here, in the middle of nowhere. The kids were so excited, we went to a homeschool supply store, and amazingly enough only spent $100. There was so much I wanted to buy, I could have easily spent $1000. I am pretty much set up for the next year of school, other than a few items.

We also went to a healthfood store, and loaded up on things that aren't available in the cowboy state.

I have spent the last couple of days since returning home catching up on e-mail etc. I think I am ready for another break from this time eater. There really wasn't anything that I missed during the week I was gone. I'll have to remember that.

Back into school this coming week. I let my children gorge themselves on cartoons while at my mom's house, and they are so ready to start school, and get back into a routine.

So am I.