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My mother has led us on for the almost two months now that she intended to come visit for the long Memorial Day weekend. She had not fully committed because her back has been giving her problems. A ruptured disk from many many years ago has decided to rear its ugly head and she feared driving for 8 hours would cause her many problems.
Monday she decided it would be ill advised to try and drive up alone. She called to say she was sorry but wouldn't be coming after all.
This news led to great disappointment for Gracie who was almost in tears and a long sad face from Colby. For me it was almost a sigh of relief because when my mother comes it is a lot of work.
Who am I kidding? It is an assload of work. Not only the preparing for her arrival and making sure her room is fit for a queen but the planning of meals and entertaining her and knowing that I will have to have the same
gossip conversations over and over again the entire weekend when she can't think of anything else to say. (What is wrong with a little silence?) And there is also the shopping. I am not in to the shopping and the shopping and the shopping. What is up with having to shop everywhere you go?
So imagine my surprise when she called yesterday to say she had changed her mind and would be coming up on friday evening.
Imagine my greater surprise when she wanted to know if four people would be too many, meaning my sister, her husband and daughter would be coming with her.
Imagine the look on my face when last night the number changed to five people.
So here is my weekend - entertaining my mother, my sister, her husband, her daughter and her teenage son.
How much do you want to bet someone goes home mad and/or with hurt feelings because they or their children where not catered to enough?
Oh, it is going to be shits and giggles around here soon.
Do I have to tell you I am in the full throws of the PMS without the P?
Fun, fun, fun.
Don't get me wrong I want to see my momma. She hasn't seen the baby since he was born. My sister hasn't seen him at all. I want them to come visit and see him and all of that mooshy good stuff. But couldn't they have decided this and let me know a week ago instead of last night? I have less than two days to prepare bedrooms for 5 extra people, plan and buy groceries in order to feed them along with my weekly list of chores that I have put off in order to get the yards in order.
I'll see ya'll when the washing, mopping, waxing, dusting, menu planning, grocery buying and nervous breakdown are finished.
I am just a ball of fun right now.
Hmmm. I'd say they can have a hand in helping out. You've got a baby for goodnesssakes! If they expect to be catered to, they can get a hotel. And if they're not having enough fun, well, I'm sure some local attractions would be nice. Or maybe a walk outside. And restaurants have food too. Don't work too hard sweetie!
Oh my. That doesn't sound relaxing. Then again, the baby will be the main attraction, don't you think? They will be so enamored of him that they will forget to make demands of you. Hey, it could happen!
This comment describes MY mother to a Tee: "...and knowing that I will have to have the same gossip conversations over and over again the entire weekend when she can't think of anything else to say. (What is wrong with a little silence?)"
So what is it with that generation? I agree with you. How about a little peace and quiet once in a while?
You do have my sympathy. I know how exhausting this can be. But when it is all over, you will be glad they came...and then you can get back to your real life.
Hey Angie, I feel for you! But instead of being superwoman, let your mom do it.. or your sis - they can make the beds and get the rooms ready= its not like you are entertaining the President or anything... I used to worry like that, but now.. my hubby and kids need enough of me.. i'm not going to sacrifice them for that!
I'm listening to the CD of 'You're wearing that' =-its all about Adult girls and mothers - try to have fun!
I think that before they leave, you should drop not-so-subtle hints regarding what kind of flowers you like, what perfume you wear, and your size. That will make the thank you gifts that much easier for them!
Some people bring you joy by coming others by going. They will be so busy oohing and aahing over the baby they won't notice a little dust, and if they do well... Take plenty of pictures and call for takeout.
Oh Angie, I'm so sorry! Good luck with the organizing! It does sound like a lot!
Get some extra hugs from your little munchkin!!
My memory is so bad I couldn't remember if I commented here or not. Glad I checked.
Go out for a few good long walks with baby in a front back to clear your mind and nerves this weekend!
What everybody else said.
Aaaaannnnnnddddd....Costco has some really good one-dish casseroles (my fave is the chicken-and-rice) and pre-packaged fancy meals (the lamb with mint sauce looks especially good, but I've not tried it yet). I know that you are a fabulous cook, but you've got alot on your plate (pun totally intended). Make your life as easy as possible.
And when they pack up to leave at the end of the weekend, say, "This was great, next time give me more notice!"
Angie, while you always go to extremes to entertain people, cook for them and make them feel welcome - it is not necessary to be Martha Stewart. Surely they understand, and with a new baby, you will not be expected to do everything you usually do. Or do you just expect it of yourself? Take it easy!
Angie, while you always go to extremes to entertain people, cook for them and make them feel welcome - it is not necessary to be Martha Stewart. Surely they understand, and with a new baby, you will not be expected to do everything you usually do. Or do you just expect it of yourself? Take it easy!
Since I still live with my mother and grandparents... I can't really relate to this. I think that if I was out on my own 8 hours away, I'd welcome the company without a doubt. However.... your family does sound a lot different then mine.
All in all, I hope you have a great weekend and relax and enjoy!!
Who needs to entertain when you have a pool! Just let them swim all weekend.