Today in a nutshell..

Was a great day.

Why?

Let me outline it for you.

Waking up: My hair didn't look bad! I didn't even wash it. And for those of you who don't know, maybe this conversation will help you understand my hair washing philosophy.

2 days ago:
Marla: "Did you die your hair?"

Me and Dani at the same time: "No, it's grease. I/She didn't wash it today."

I am super jealous of people who can go DAYS without washing their hair, but I guess I will bask in this (one) day.

Lunch: with Ellaine. Talking. That's all I need to say

Teaching 3rd graders: Today my science lesson was about friction. I used laundry soap to make "motion lotion." It was interesting. The second time I taught, it went much smoother.* We used push-pull meters to see how lubricant affects motion.
*friction pun intended!

Dinner with Dad:My dad and I have one of those relationships that I will never fully understand. We get along really well now. I think I have his support for the Niger thing. He's just a Dad and making sure all my bases are covered before I leave.

Conversation at Chinese Restaurant (one of six I can deem quote worthy):
Me: "I think I'm going to try a muscle. I mean muzzle. I mean, this thing. Let's hope I don't get sick." (my mom is allergic)
Dad: "Laughs, well I'm not going to. It'll keep you quiet for a while"
Dad (after sitting): "I think you should cut that."
(wouldn't cut): "Nah. I'll just eat it."
I put it in my mouth and I knew I wouldn't like it in the first place. I thought I was going to throw up, but I just swallowed it whole. I was crying A) because it was gross and B) because I couldn't laugh.

Dad was crying too. Maybe it's a story you needed to be there for.