I had my job interview today and it was kind of weird. She hardly asked me any questions. She pretty much knows me since my son goes to school there and I've interacted with her and the teachers quite a bit. I had two letters of recommendation that were absolutely glowing and she was impressed by that. (As was I, to tell the truth.) She said she's going to check my references and then she showed me around, telling me what I would be doing and the insides of everything. So I'm thinking, "It sounds like I already have the job." Then at the end, she said she is "highly considering me" and has interviewed 2 other people for the position. And that's she'll let me know early next week, probably Monday. So I'm kind of confused. I was able to tell her that I have a passion for teaching and that I truly think this is a wonderful ministry that I'd like to be a part of. But that is all I was able to contribute. So we'll see. It will be a Tues/Thurs position teaching 3 yr olds for 4 hours. So ten hours total each week once you add in plan time and all. The pay is much higher than minimum wage and higher than what other preschools pay usually. It will be enough to cover my student loan, cover some groceries and allow me to still be with my kids. So we'll see.

Food Report
This week has been so stressful for some reason. My life is like in total chaos, my house reflects it and my food shows it as well. Yesterday I really ate just about everything that wasn't nailed down in the kitchen, except for salty, crunchy things. I felt so horrible. And just so out of control. The thing is it started innocently. I went to the candy shop to exchange the sugar free fudge for regular. I bought the boys some white chocolate things and got one for myself too. See, I like fudge, but I know I can stop at only a little. It's not a trigger food, just something I enjoy once in a while. But white chocolate? No control whatsoever. And once I ate a bunch, I felt guilty and then kept eating all day. I feel so fat, guilty and just lousy.
Today was better, but the white chocolate got me again this afternoon. Not as bad as yesterday and everything else was healthy and on plan. But I'm just so worried about my weight.
Yes, I know. Get rid of the white chocolate. Never buy it again. I won't. Learned my lesson with that. Honestly, I had 3 pieces of fudge (I only planned on 2, but that's okay) and was fine. But I can't handle the white chocolate. Very addicting stuff.

Exercise Report
None today. extremely busy day. But I did get up early yesterday and do the elliptical before the kids got up. That was a first. I didn't do that today because I had to shower for my interview and I was nervous. I wanted things to go smoothly time-wise.

Daily Joy
I've been reading a fun romance novel that I finished today. Finishing a book is so bittersweet (if it's a good one). You want to find out the end, but you don't want it to be over.
Daily Gratitude
I am so thankful that I know I can trust God with this job situation. Even if I don't get it, I am okay with that because I know God will provide for me in some other way. Plus, I'm really thankful that our tax return is bigger than expected. Woo Hoo!!

Taxes
Speaking of taxes, I have been saving all of my receipts for gluten free food all year. I was hoping I could claim the expense of extra food as a medical expense. Well, stupid me waits for the day we are going to file to find out the details. I have to subtract the cost of GF food from the cost of regular food. So for example, if my bread costs $4.99 (yes, and for a tiny loaf too), I subtract that from the cost of wheat bread, I figured the cheap stuff costs about $1, and can claim $3.99. So I had to do this for mountains of receipts. It was such a pain and I haven't bought regular food in so long, I can't remember how much regular pancake mix, pretzels, English muffins, cake mix and the such cost. BTW, gluten free pretzels cost $7.19 and so do 6 donuts. Be very glad you don't have Celiac.
Anyway, we had so many other medical payments last year from all the procedures I had in 2006 that my expenses are going to be enough to claim and itemize. So while this is all a pain in the butt, it's going to be worth it!

Speaking of Gluten
Collin had his Valentines party today at school since they didn't get to have it last Wed because of the ice storm and they didn't have school on Monday. Well, I was a room mom and helped plan everything. I knew we would be decorating sugar cookies. So I made our own gluten free cookies. The kids spread frosting on them and then put sprinkles on them. I helped Collin with his and they looked so good (especially the frosting, it looked so creamy) that I decided to have one too.
Well, the frosting can caught my eye and I saw Betty Crocker. Uh Oh. We usually only use Pillsbury because I know it's safe. I looked at the ingredients and sure enough, wheat starch. Collin didn't have as much as I did and didn't get sick at all, thank goodness. But I had an upset tummy and some, um, well, gas later on. (sorry about the tmi). I can't believe I didn't even think to check the frosting. I'm just glad Collin didn't get sick. Good reminder to me to be more careful.

Well, I'm determined to scrapbook tonight. Even though it's 10:45!! I have this page almost done and I just need to add the pictures and some final touches. So off I go.