I made my offer on the little house today, and now find myself in a state of excitement/terror. As soon as it was done, I felt like I either needed to throw up or have a heart attack - possibly both at once. Now there’s nothing else I can do except wait, and try to remember I’ve done the best job I could … just please, let me get that house, dammit!

Mr Dog came to yoga with me today, and lay in the sun while I taught the class. Well, after he’d cried outside in the most disruptive manner possible, I finally brought him in and he was happy. During the relaxing portion of the class he licked me, then wagged his tail loudly on the ground. I couldn’t help but love him though.

This afternoon Miss M told me she wants to quit Karate, and in the spirit of a terrible stage mother, I’m not going to let her. We’ve struck a deal where she finishes the rest of this term, then decides if she wants to have a break. I’d be so disappointed if she gave it up, but I know if she really doesn’t want to do it, there’s absolutely nothing I can do to make her.  Part of the problem is she seems to be having terrible growing pains, and often complains about some part of her body aching, especially her legs and heels. I used to think the whole growing pain idea was a total old wives tale, but apparently it’s a known phenomenon, and is now becoming well known to me.

I’m looking forward to the next couple of days being over, and knowing my position a little better as things unfold.  Ganesh, don’t fail me now!
Today I’m loving: roast chicken