Happy Valentine's Day

The annual love day-here it is! This year is a little different for us for celebrating this day. Del has had the flu all week, and is not quite in 'romance mode'. So, what did we do to celebrate today? Del & I went to town this morning, and I went for a haircut. When he picked me up, Del had bought me a huge bouquet of flowers. We went home and I set the large vase of flowers in the dining room. We had lunch, and Del had a nap, while I made lemon pie for supper. Then, we again went to Arborg, this time for Del's doctor appt. I wanted the good doctor to check Del's chest, cuz he just can't quit coughing. Once again, we went home, with a load of meds, this time. At home, I set out to make a 'special' supper for my family. Yes, I made a real supper, again! Sweet & sour meatballs, mashed potatoes, a lettuce salad, and of course, the lemon pie for dessert. I even had dishes done by 620! Now, we've enjoyed a quiet evening at home. So, even tho we didn't do anything 'special', we actually had a special day, being peaceful. And, Del is finally starting to feel better!
This week had been quite sedate for our family. No hockey games, only practises. Kyle had the stomach flu on Tuesday, and missed only 1 day of school. Of course, this would have to be the day that Del is scheduled for a wisdom tooth extraction in Wpg. How fortunate for us, one of my nieces was home on study break, and agreed to stay home with Kyle, while we went to Wpg. So, while Del was popping meds for the head cold/flu thingy, he shopped with me in Costco and superstore, and then konked out in the vehicle while I shopped in Walmart.
Things are on the upswing now, the flu is leaving this home, the temperature is supposed to rise tomorrow, and the weekend is on its way. For us, that involves, company tomorrow night for supper, hockey on Saturday, my parents are apparently coming out for the weekend, and I'm working 4 hrs on Saturday afternoon.
As this is a public forum, I can't really discuss any work issues here. Does anyone ever get tired of the endless political bureacracy thats sometimes involved in working for the government? I wish more people would actually care about what they do, and how they do it. Here's a plug for my place of employment- I work with some excellent nurses. I also work with some amazing doctors. I think we have team of nurses and doctors who care about what they do. Yes, sometimes we're a little short with people, we're not perfect. Long hours, overtime, patient situations-they all add up to create some stressful moments. But, deep down, we all really care about what we do. Have you expressed appreciation to your physician lately-for putting in craziy hours, and dealing with even crazier situations? My suggestion is-be grateful for the medical people that work long hours to try and keep people safe and healthy.
Enough cuddles, hey? I'm watching Roseanne right now. Remember that show? The good ole days! Darlene and her attitude!
I wish everyone a wonderful Valentine's Day. Remember those relationships take work, but the work is worth it, (usually!). To all my wonderful friends-I love you-Thanks for the friendships!
To my kids-you're the best-I love you! To my wonderful husband-I love you, and love being with you!
Good night everyone.