Today as I climbed into the van Lourdes asked, "How are you feeling?" I told her I am not sure because I overslept and just woke up.
On the way to the church I clarified with Jairo that I am excited to go for pizza at the Italian place. He had a big smile and did not seem upset by my behavior yesterday. (I had worried about it all night last night and prayed about the conversation over and over.)
As I got out of the van I realized I was tired. In the kitchen everything was prepared. I sat down, leaned my head against the wall and almost fell asleep. Jairo came in about an hour later. It is not normal for me to be sitting there, so he told me that he would take me home. I asked if he was leaving the church for something. He said no, but he will take me home. I reminded him that the conversational English class is today. He said that is not important. I should go home and go to bed.
Then one of the students who is most dedicated to the class called and said she is unable to attend. I took that as a sign and asked Jairo if he could still take me home. He said sure. I got home at 11 a.m., put on my pajamas, and slept until 3 p.m. My fever is gone, I just have some chest congestion and no appetite. But I am so tired!
Tomorrow will be a long day with my birthday dinner in the evening. Thursday is going to be VERY long. We are serving the kids as normal for the Breakfast Program, then having a fancy dinner for Thanksgiving dinner.
Lourdes handed out invitations today. Josselyn made them. They are great! They have pictures of Pat and a turkey. Unfortunately, we can't afford turkey. But our Thanksgiving will be special no matter what we eat.
The kids have been told they have to be dressed up. A three year old boy went home yesterday and told his mother that he needs to wear a dress to the church on Thursday for dinner. The Mom came in today to clarify. Lourdes told the kids to dress in their best clothes - dresses for the girls if they have them, but they do not have to go buy a dress. She had to tell one of the girls to come bathed with her hair combed.
We will set up the room upstairs with table clothes and make the room beautiful. The kids are going to be amazed.
I hope I feel better for the big days ahead! I already missed out on two parties. I want to feel my best for these days to come. But for now, I will drink some juice and go back to sleep.
