The Periphery of the Mind

It was one of those weekends where things sounded fun, but nothing really lived up to the hopes and hype.

Maryanne and I went to the Bass Pro Shop in Springfield, and ate at Hemingways while we were there. The buffet wasn't bad, but next time I'll try a real menu item instead. Of course, I don't go for the food as much as the atmosphere of the place. Maryanne had wanted to go to the Bass Pro to find some clothes, and I walked away with more clothes than her. So that part was a pisser for her.

We went and spent the night with my sister and her husband, and had a nice time. They always maintain a wonderful house, and he's a good cook, so I like to visit when I can. The next morning, the four of us headed out to watch my mom and her boyfriend sky dive for the first time. My sis and I were amazed, and impressed, she was going to do it. We figured she was joking or something, but she went through the training, went on the plane, and did it. And was wiped out physically doing so. So that part was a pisser for my mom.

And my 4th isn't quite over yet....