Today did not go as planned. I was dressed & packed for the gym, but it fell apart. I had to stay with lil girl so DH could take care of some (not-so-fun) work. I shouldn't complain, b/c DH had a really crappy day and mine wasn't bad at all, in comparison. I got in some walking here & there, between school pick-up, tkd drop-off & pick-up, and some shopping. With the rain, I sometimes wish I had a car or moped, but the walking I do for just regular transportation probably contributes to more calorie-burning than any singular exercise.

Tomorrow is grades & teacher meeting, so no afternoon lessons, but if there's time, I might go do some shopping. Nearly every year, I put-off shopping until school is out (and more specifically, until the 23rd or even the 24th), and then I have to do the shopping WITH the kids with me and my son is getting waaaaay too old to be able pull that off (I've had help from amazing sales people in the past who'd play with him, while I shop & have my stuff sent downstairs to the cashier for me, and then straight to wrapping!) Anyway, this year I'd really like to get some of the gift-shopping done "early" (early! ha! considering it's only a weak til Christmas).

Marla, sounds like you had quite a set-up for the party, with the train going around the tree! Sounds perfect (even if the lights did konk out. Reminds me of National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, with the lights not working--funny!)

Tim, good luck with your fitness test. I'm sure you'll do great. Wise choice taking it easy beforehand. And lucky you for having it BEFORE the holidays.

Laura, hope you stayed awake for work & Pilates, and that you can get caught up on your zzzz's.