mother's day

Today is Mother's Day in Mexico.

This means that last night we heard serenades in the streets. Actually, this year I heard only the beginnings. I was sleeping like a log by the time they really got going. Traditionally, they would hire a quartet to do this, but nowadays they just pull their cars up in front of a house, ideally at midnight, and blast a song on their car stereo. Seems kind of strange to me that as a special gift to their mothers, these people will wake them from their much needed rest and then proceed to deprive them of sleep!!

We stopped to fill in gas today and I got a carnation from the service man at which point I was reminded by my dear husband that Mother's Day is really on Sunday. Was he feeling guilty that I was not part of all the excitement? Actually, the kids have been working hard at school to prepare a special program for tomorrow night. When I picked the kids up from school, it was hugs all around from the teachers wishing me a Happy Mother's Day. So don't worry, babe, I'm not feeling neglected.

Anyway, all I really want is a good nap. I can't seem to shake this fatigue.