#352

My family has been calling me Bear my whole life. There are a couple different stories about how I was given this name. But the stories and their differences didn't stop people from calling me Bear. they still call me Bear. And I love it. 

If you were called Monkey for 25 years, you would probably love monkeys and feel a bit of a connection to the animals. I have always loved bears- Polar and Grizzly were always my favorites. And I am told that I have some 'bear tendencies'. Lately, the habit showing itself the most is my immense desire to hibernate!

Every winter, for as long as I can remember, I just get tired. I am ready for bed at 6pm and dread waking up, even after a good night's sleep. I know, the early darkness and cold combined make most people tired. But if you ask my family, I am so tired because my bear self feels the need to hibernate. 

I did fight the sleepiness long enough to go to MOPS this morning. It was fun. We were supposed to learn about couponing, which I am so not good at. But, I haven't taken the time to try. Probably because it's not often you see coupons for the things I most often buy. Fruits and veggies make up probably half of my grocery bill for the month. We do not eat a lot of processed foods, which is what I see a lot of coupons for. So I was interested to ask the speaker about this. However, the speaker talked about retirements and investments instead. And I could hardly hear her. So my questions went unasked. 

If you have tips for me, please send them my way!

Other than that, life continues as normal at the B casa. J is still undecided on his next career step. I am preparing for the girls' party. And the almost 3 year old princesses are fighting the routine we have loved for a couple years. Bedtime isn't the peaceful time it used to be. And M could still use your prayers. This week will be a long one spent waiting for answers.